Kinds of Disasters
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This disaster causes the earth to shake
Earthquake
100
What city previous in the soviet union, but now in Ukraine witnessed the worst radiological disaster in human history on April 26, 1986?
Chernobyl / Pripyat
100
What does "Hazardous" mean?
Dangerous
100
When crossing the street, what is the first thing you do?
Look both ways
100
Known for her role in the most recent Spiderman movies, this young woman also has prioritized work with children, taking time to visit elementary schools, making donations of school supplies, and teaming up with UNICEF in 2014 to raise money through the organization's Trick-or-Treat campaign.
Zendaya Coleman
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200
What is the name for the giant wave caused by an earthquake?
A Tsunami 
200
What Roman city was famously destroyed during an eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
Pompeii; in addition Herculaneum and Stabiae
200
What does "Devastating" mean?
"Devastating" describes something causing severe and overwhelming damage, destruction, or emotional distress. It indicates a highly destructive or deeply distressing impact, often leaving a significant and lasting negative effect.
200
When riding a scooter or motorcycle, what is the one thing you can do to dramatically make yourself safer?
Wear a Helmet.
According to the DOT, Helmets increase survivability in an accident by more than 80%
200
Know for his role of "Starlord" in the MCU, this actor makes time to visit ailing children on a regular basis, including a 2015 trip to a Louisiana Children Hospital. The actor works with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and March of Dimes, among other organizations.
Chris Pratt; In 2021, Pratt and Greater Good Charities donated around $650,000 to help fight food insecurity caused by the global pandemic.
300
These giant storms that include 200+kmh winds and extreme amounts of rain are known by two names in Asia and North America. - What are those two names?
Hurricanes & Typhoons
300
On 20 May 1883, one of the largest eruptions ever took place. The energy released from the explosion has been estimated to be equal to about 200 megatonnes of TNT (840 petajoules) roughly four times as powerful as the Tsar Bomba, the most powerful thermonuclear weapon ever detonated. This makes it one of the most powerful explosions in recorded history. What was the name of the volcano?
Krakatau
300
What is a "Conundrum?"
A "conundrum" is a complex and puzzling problem or situation that is difficult to understand or resolve.
300
One of the many issues facing Jakarta is the fact that it is ___ by more than 25cm a year.
Sinking
300
This famous pro-wrestler in 2022 granted his 650th wish as a part of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, becoming the first celebrity to reach such a milestone.
Photo of the celebrity during an interview
John Cena - The wrestler has been granting wishes for children battling various illnesses since 2002, spending time with kids and offering them a moment of fun during a tough situation. 
400
When snow on top of a mountain quickly collapses causing the snow fall at extreme speeds
Avalanche
400
In 2004 following the destruction and devastation across South East Asia by a Tsunami that ripped across the Indian ocean, the United States Navy dispatched 25 warships, including an aircraft carrier to help in search and rescue operations in which country?
Indonesia
400
What does "Perilous" mean?
"Perilous" is an adjective that means full of danger or risk. It describes a situation, journey, or action that is extremely hazardous, threatening harm, injury, or even death. Something described as perilous is fraught with peril, meaning it involves a high level of risk or potential danger.
400
What is one of the biggest threats to your safety in Jakarta?
Traffic Accidents. According to the WHO, 316,000 people die every year across all of South East Asia - Nearly 2% of all deaths in Indonesia are from traffic accidents.
400
This American city was birthplace of Jazz, as well as many artists today but sadly was nearly destroyed during Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
New Orleans 
500
This disaster occurs when there is not enough food produced to feed the population
Famine
500
In 1281 CE, The Mongolian Empire under the reign of Kublai Khan launched a full-scale invasion of Japan, which was destroyed a typhoon. What was the name given to this typhoon by the Japanese people?
Hint : it translates to "Divine Wind"
"Kamikaze"
500
What does "Calamity" mean?
A sudden, widespread, and often disastrous event or situation that brings about significant damage, distress, or suffering. Calamities can encompass various types of disasters, such as natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes, as well as man-made disasters like accidents or conflicts. The term is typically used to describe events that result in severe consequences.
500
In august of this year, Jakarta had the misfortunate distinction of being the most ___ city in the world.
Jakarta was ranked the most Polluted City in the World
500
This young woman from Pakistan was (at the time) the youngest to ever receive the Nobel Piece prize for her advocacy work in women's education, even after facing extreme violence at the hands of the Taliban.
Malala Yousafzai
