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1. 1.

   Do you think India is well prepared to handle disasters? Give reason for your answer.

2. 2.

   How can you help the other members of your family, including your pets, in the event of an earthquake?

3. 3.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. Proper ___________ can help in limiting and minimizing damages and losses caused by natural or man-made disasters.
   2. Floods can be prevented in vulnerable areas by properly maintaining ____________ along rivers.
   3. Rainwater harvesting goes a long way in replenishing the depleting supply of ___________.
   4. We should always turn off the knob of our _____________ when it is not in use.
   5. Every house should have an emergency ____________ kit.
4. 4.

   Match the following.

   A	B
   1. earthquake	(i) dykes and embankments
   2. floods	(ii) extinguisher
   3. droughts	(iii) drop, cover, hold
   4. fire	(iv) rainwater harvesting

    

5. 5.

   Write true or false.

   1. The geographical location and landscape of India exposes it to earthquakes.
   2. When a natural disaster occurs in a developing country like India, it is the rich of the country that suffer the most.
   3. If you are outdoors during a tremor, the best strategy is to stand under a tree.
   4. It is essential to plan in advance to prevent floods and contain the losses resulting from them.
   5. It is not possible to prepare in advance to mitigate the impact of a drought.
6. 6.

   What is disaster management?