Natural Disasters
What disaster causes the ground to shake?
Earthquake
What storm has very strong wind and heavy rain?
Tropical storm / cyclone
Name ONE effect of disasters on the body.
Injury / sickness / death
What is the strong habit of using something again and again called?
Addiction
What should you do if a stranger offers you a snack?
Say no and walk away
What disaster is caused by too much rain and overflowing water?
Flood
What storm surge moves from the sea to the shore?
Giant sea waves caused by storms
Name ONE effect on the mind.
Stress / fear / anxiety / sadness
What is the desire to try something new called?
Curiosity
What should you do during an earthquake indoors?
Hide under a table / go to a corner
What disaster is a series of giant sea waves?
Tsunami
What season do summer storms usually happen in Thailand?
Summer (before rainy season)
Name ONE effect on society.
Damaged buildings / no electricity / food shortage
Why can friends cause drug use?
Peer pressure / fear of being left out
What should you do if floodwater is moving fast?
Go to higher ground
What do we call a long period with little or no rain?
Drought
What can cause a flood besides heavy rain?
Dam break / clogged drainage
What disaster can cause landslides, cracks, and tsunamis?
Earthquake
How does easy access to drugs increase addiction?
It makes it easier to start using
What should you do if friends try to make you use drugs?
Say no and tell a trusted adult
What is the word for where an earthquake starts underground?
Hypocenter
What type of storm forms an “eye” in the center?
Tropical cyclone / typhoon
Why do floods cause disease?
Dirty water spreads germs
Why can family problems lead to drug use?
Children feel ignored or unsupported
After a tsunami warning, should you return to the shore after the first wave?
No, more waves may come