History Buffs
Who was the founder of the American Red Cross?
Clara Barton
Name one thing the Red Cross provides during natural disasters.
Shelter, food/meal kits, water, blankets/bedding, clothing, hygiene products, first aid, emotional support, emergency supplies, comms services
Why is volunteering with your local Red Cross chapter important?
Helps neighbors in need, prepares the community for emergencies, saves lives
What’s one way you can get involved with Red Cross through school?
Join the club / attend events
The Red Cross symbol is the reverse of which country’s flag?
Switzerland
What year was the American Red Cross founded?
1881
What vital life-saving resource does the Red Cross supply to hospitals?
Name one way students can volunteer with the Northwest Red Cross chapter.
Fundraising events, blood drives, preparedness education, kit assembly, outreach
Name three essential items for a Red Cross emergency kit.
Water, non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, whistle, documents
The Red Cross has national societies in almost every country. Which continent was the last to get a recognized Red Cross society?
Antarctica
Who founded the International Red Cross?
Henry Dunant
Name one basic safety skill people can learn from the Red Cross.
CPR, First Aid, swimming, lifeguarding, disaster preparedness
What type of local emergency does the Red Cross respond to most often?
What training can YOU take to help someone in a medical emergency?
CPR or First Aid
Approximately how many pints of blood does the American Red Cross collect in a single day?
a) 1 million
b) 70,000
c) 13,000
d) 6,000
c) 13,000
Which battle inspired the creation of the International Red Cross?
The Battle of Solferino
What percent of the Red Cross organization is made up of volunteers?
90%
What is the name of the local Red Cross team that responds immediately to home fires and other small-scale disasters in the Northwest?
A) Disaster Action Team
B) Rapid Response Squad
C) Northwest Emergency Unit
D) Community Helpers
A) Disaster Action Team
How many days of food and water should you store for each person in your household in case of an emergency?
At least 3 days
Besides disaster relief and blood services, what unusual service does the Red Cross provide during emergencies?
a) Free haircuts
b) Reuniting pets with owners
c) Hosting concerts to boost morale
d) Free transportation to schools
B) Reuniting pets with owners
What treaty laid the foundation for the Red Cross’s humanitarian protections?
The Geneva Conventions
Which of the following is NOT a common service the Red Cross provides during a disaster?
A) Emergency shelters
B) Food and water distribution
C) Rebuilding local schools
D) Emotional support for victims
C) Rebuilding local schools
Which Red Cross program in the Northwest installs smoke alarms and teaches fire safety to reduce fire-related deaths?
A) Sound the Alarm
B) Fire Watch
C) Safe & Sound
D) Home Shield
A) Sound the Alarm
Beyond volunteering, name one action an individual can take to support the Red Cross mission.
Donating blood, fundraising, recruiting volunteers, or spreading awareness
What is the highest award in the Red Cross Movement, given to volunteers for outstanding humanitarian service?
a) Clara Barton Medal
b) Henry Dunant Medal
c) Nobel Peace Prize
d) Red Crescent Award
b) Henry Dunant Medal