LANGLEY EMERGENCY
PROGRAM
City of Langley
Earthquake Quiz
Just for fun, try the Earthquake quiz and find out if you’re ready??
It Can Happen Here!!
PART A - MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. If you are watching TV at home and you hear a rumbling noise, after which the
house begins to shake or sway, you should:
A. Run outside
B. Stand in a doorway
C. Take cover under a sturdy table
D. Sit down in the middle of the room
2. If you are in your backyard and you feel the earth start to shake, you should:
A. Run back into the house
B. Hide under the roof overhang
C. Get low to the ground, away from anything that may fall
D. Hug a tree or power pole
3. If you are driving your vehicle when you feel and see the ground moving,
you should:
A. Stop your vehicle in an open area
B. Stop your vehicle under a bridge or overpass for protection
C. Jump out of your vehicle if electrical wires fall on it
D. Accelerate to get away
4. If you are watching a movie in a theater and you feel rumbling and shaking,
you should:
A. Remain seated because it’s part of the movie
B. Run for the exit
C. Call for the manager
D. Drop to the floor and cover your head
5. What slogan should you remember in the event of an earthquake?
A. Run! Run! Run!
B. Stop, Drop and Roll
C. Help!
D. Drop, Cover and Hold
6. If you are in bed when an earthquake starts, you should.
A. Cover your head with blankets and a pillow
B. Roll out of bed, get dressed and run outside
C. Roll out of bed, and get under the bed
D. Roll over and go back to sleep
7. The average rate for earthquake insurance on a 2,000 sq. ft. home is:
A. $600.00
B. $ 50.00
C. $200.00
D. $350.00
PART B - TRUE or FALSE
1. Beds should be placed close to windows to make exiting easier.
True False
2. Wood frame buildings stand up well during earthquakes.
True False
3. If separated from your family, you will gain special access to the highways
to get home.
True False
4. Aftershocks are rare, and will not be a threat.
True False
5. You should immediately turn off the gas after an earthquake.
True False
6. You should keep a pair of shoes under your bed.
True False
7. After an earthquake, jump in your car and drive to the nearest shelter.
True False
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PART C - ANSWER YES or NO
1. If possible have extra medication in a survival kit.
Yes No
2. Your grab and go kit should be stored in the basement.
Yes No
3. Next to oxygen, food is the most important thing your body needs.
Yes No
4. Hot water tank water is safe to drink.
Yes No
5. Falling objects are the most common cause of injuries during an earthquake.
Yes No
6. Call home immediately after an earthquake to check on family.
Yes No
7. Look outside during an earthquake to see what is happening.
Yes No
8. Fire, Police, and medical services will be available immediately after an
earthquake.
Yes No
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