EPAC Quizzes—What is your emergency preparedness I.Q.?
Contents
Monthly Quiz—Kitchen fire safety
Monthly Quiz—Smoke alarms
Monthly Quiz—Winter driving
Monthly Quiz—Car emergency supply kit
Monthly Quiz—Extreme heat
Monthly Quiz—Home supply kit
Monthly Quiz—Tornados
Monthly Quiz—Home emergency preparedness plan
Monthly Quiz—Household chemical emergencies
Monthly Quiz—Pet emergency supply kit
Monthly Quiz—Work emergency supply kit
Monthly Quiz—Hurricanes
Monthly Quiz—Thunderstorms and lightning
Answers
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Kitchen fire prevention
The situation—You are starting to prepare dinner on the top of the range and it
triggers your memory about what the Emergency Preparedness Advisory
Committee had to say about kitchen safety in the Leisure World News.
Pick one best answer. Answers found on page XX
Question 1.
A. Keep towels, packaging, cook books, curtains, pot holders, and other
combustibles away from burners on the stove or grill.
B. Keep towels, food packaging, etc. near the burners for convenience.
C. Always keep water near towels, food packaging, etc. for quick access in case of
fire.
D. Ask your neighbors what they do when they cook.
Question 2.
A. Fasten rubber bands around loose or dangling clothing while cooking on the
stove or grill.
B. Do not wear loose or dandling clothing while cooking on the stove or grill.
C. Roll loose sleeves up while cooking on the stove or grill to lessen the danger of
fire.
D. Find a cook in the Leisure World kitchen and ask what they do about clothing.
Question 3.
A. Call the front gate to see if they know anything about oven mitts.
B. Always dampen an oven mitt before using as dampness will prevent fire.
C. Do not use oven mitts while cooking as they can catch fire.
D. Use oven mitts to handle hot pans. Never use a wet oven mitt.
Question 4— Which of the following statements is true?
A. People between the ages of 65 and 75 have a fire death rate twice that of the
national average.
B. Answers A., C., and D.
C. A kitchen fire occurs every eight minutes in the United States.
D. Seniors between 75 and 85 are four times as likely to die from fire as that of
the national average.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Smoke alarms
On July 1, 2013, a new law took effect in Maryland that affects what kind of
smoke alarms can be sold in Maryland and where they should be deployed in a
housing unit. The Leisure World News recently had an article summarizing the
features of the law. Use this quiz to jog your memory about what was in the
article. Pick the one best answer. Answers are on page XX.
Question 1. What is the expected life of batteries in smoke detectors now sold in
Maryland?
A. One year.
B. Five years
C. Life time.
D. Ten years.
Question 2. Which is more effective—“ionization” or “photoelectric” smoke
detectors?
A. Both are equally effective.
B. Neither is very effective.
C. Ionization is more effective.
D. Photoelectric is more effective.
Question 3. When is the new law likely to be enforced?
A. In new construction.
B. If you get a building permit for work on your unit.
C When your unit is sold.
D. All of the above.
Question 4. When should housing units be brought up to code?
A. By January 1, 2014.
B. By July 1, 2014.
C. By January 1, 2018.
D. By January 1, 2015.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Winter driving
Winter is coming and WTOP and other media are starting to talk about what you
should do for your car and safe winter driving. Use the following quiz to jog your
memory about winter driving. Pick the one best answer. Answers are on page
XX.
Question 1. Which of the following items on your car should you check to
prepare for winter driving?
A. Wiper blades.
B. Tire treads and inflation.
C. Car emergency supply kit.
D. All of the above.
Question 2. How far behind a snow plow should you drive?
A. 10 feet.
B. 25 feet.
C. 75 feet.
D. 100 feet.
Question 3. When should you fill your gas tank?
A. When the gas light comes on.
B. When the tank is ¼ full.
C. When the tank is ½ full.
D. When the tank is ¾ full.
Question 4. If your car breaks down in winter weather, what should you do?
A. Try to flag someone down for help.
B. Start walking to the last town that you can remember.
C. Pull off the road and put your emergency flashers on.
D. Pull off the road and hang a scarf or cloth from the driver’s window.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly quiz--Car Emergency Supply kit
Emergencies can happen at any time and help may not be available immediately,
especially if you are in your car. More Leisure World residents are still working
away from the home and spending more time in their cars. Leisure World
residents should take responsibility and initiative in having a car emergency
supply kit. Winter is coming and now is a good time to use this quiz to help you
check your car emergency supply kit. Pick the one best answer. Answers are on
page XX.
Question 1. Which of the following should be in your car emergency supply kit?
A. Blanket
B. Snow shovel
C. Bag of sand or rock salt
D. All of the above
Question 2. How much water should be in your car emergency supply kit?
A. Two 16-ounce bottles
B. A six-pack of water
C. A case of 24 16-ounce bottles
D. Two six packs of water
Question 3. What kind of food should be in your car emergency supply kit?
A. Non-perishable food for one to three days
B. Fresh fruit
C. Greek yogurt
D. Breyers ice cream
Question 4. What color material should be in your car emergency supply kit to
signal that you need help?
A. Red
B. Green
C. Purple
D. Blue
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Extreme Heat
Pick one best answer for each question. Answers found on page XX
The situation—It is August in Leisure World and in the middle of a heat wave.
Because of the humidity, the heat index makes it seem even hotter. Alert
Montgomery has issued a warning that the extreme heat will continue today. You
are tired of staying inside and contemplate playing golf, tennis, or working in your
garden plot. But then you try to remember what the Emergency Preparedness
Advisory Committee said could go wrong: Sunburn, heat cramps, heat exhaustion
and heat stroke.
Question 1. Which of the following symptoms best describes sunburn?
A. Muscular pains.
B. Weak pulse.
C. Skin redness and pain.
D. High body temperature.
Question 2. Which of the following symptoms best describes heat exhaustion?
A. Blisters.
B. Muscle pains.
C. High body temperature.
D. Vomiting.
Question 3. Which of the following symptoms best describes heat stroke?
A. Rapid shallow breathing.
B. High body temperature.
C. Rapid, weak pulse.
D. All of the above.
Question 4. Which of the following actions best describes first aid for heat
stroke?
A. Call 911.
B. Lie down in a cool place.
C. Take sips of up to a half glass of water every 15 minutes.
D. Take a shower.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Home supply kit
Pick one best answer for each question. Answers found on page XX
The situation—You have recently moved into Leisure World. You have noted in
the Leisure World News that the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
keeps saying that you need a home emergency supply kit and you don’t have one.
You decide to put one together and start thinking about what should be in it.
Question 1. What is the minimum amount of water that should be in the
emergency supply kit?
A. Three gallons.
B. A case of 24-16 ounce bottles.
C. Twelve quarts
D. Any of the above.
Question 2. What kind of food should be in the emergency supply kit?
A. Fresh fruit.
B. Ice cream.
C. Canned fruit.
D. Greek yogurt
Question 3. What kind of kitchen appliances should be in the emergency supply
kit?
A. Toaster.
B. Manual can opener.
C Electric can opener.
D. Electric mixer.
Question 4. What is the minimum amount of over-the-counter and prescription
medications that should be in the emergency supply kit?
A. Call the main gate and find out
B. A one-day supply
C. A 90-day supply.
D. A three-day supply.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Tornados
Pick one best answer for each question. Answers found on page XX
Alert Mongomery, the National Weather Service, WTOP, Leisure World TV
channels and other alert systems have all posted a tornado watch for all of
Montgomery County and a tornado warning for western portions of the county.
Question 1.
You think you need something from Giant for dinner—what is the best thing to
do?
A. Call the main gate to see if other people are shopping at Giant.
B. Call Giant to see if they are prepared for a tornado.
C. Sit by a window so you can see when the weather clears.
D. Stay away from windows and listen to radio or TV for further information.
Question 2.
Despite all the warnings, you decide to go shopping at Kohl’s—Your 30 -percent
discount expires today. You notice people screaming and running to get into the
store. What do you do?
A. Go to the front of the store so you can see out the window what is going on.
B. Use your cell phone to call the Georgia Avenue gate to see if your condo is ok.
C. Get away from any windows as quickly as possible and stay there.
D. Ask the store manager what to do.
Question 3
You are driving North on Georgia from a doctor’s appointment and have been
distracted all day. You have not listened in to any media outlets and know
nothing about the weather except that there are black, rolling clouds. You decide
to turn on WTOP and hear that a tornado has been spotted in Wheaton and is
headed North. You are by the shopping center with the Outback—What should
you do?
A. Make a run for your condo—either the Georgia Avenue or the Connecticut
gate.
B. Pull over in the parking lot and wait.
C. Seek shelter in one of the businesses in the shopping center.
D. Call the Georgia avenue gate to see if they have heard anything.
Question 4.
You have been listening to WTOP all afternoon and have heard the same breaking
news over and over until the distinction between tornado watch and tornado
warning has become confusing. Which of the following statement best applies to
a tornado watch?
A. Tornados are possible.
B. Remain alert for approaching storms.
C. A tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.
D. None of the above.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Home emergency preparedness plan
Leisure World has been subject to the effects of an earthquake, snowmageddon,
hurricanes, tornadoes, a dereacho, extreme heat, and extreme cold. If a disaster
occurs in Leisure World, first responders may not be able to get to you
immediately, or they may need to focus their efforts elsewhere. It behooves
Leisure World residents to take personal responsibility and initiative in preparing
for an emergency. Use the following quiz to review what is in your home
emergency preparedness plan. Pick the one best answer. Answers can be found
on page XX.
Question 1. You should plan to be self-sufficient for how many days?
A. Call the main gate to find out.
B. One day.
C. Three-five days.
D. One week.
Question 2. You should have an emergency supply kit for:
A. Home.
B. Any automobiles.
C. Any pets.
D. All of the above.
Question 3. In an emergency, you may have to know how to turn off what?
A. All of the below.
B. Electrical service.
C. Water service.
D. Gas service (if appropriate).
Question 4. In an emergency, you would want to communicate with relatives and
other key contacts. What information should you have on each contact?
A. Name.
B. Telephone numbers.
C. Email addresses.
D. A, B and C.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Household chemical emergencies
Every household uses products containing hazardous materials or chemicals.
They are found in cleaning, indoor pesticide, flammables, personal care, and other
products. Use the following quiz to refresh your knowledge about preventing and
responding to household chemical emergencies. Pick the one best answer.
Answers can be found on page XX.
Question 1. It is spring time and Giant is having a sale on cleaning products: How
much should you buy?
A. A year’s supply.
B. As much as you have room for.
C. As much as you think you will use.
D. Call the main gate and find out.
Question 2. What should use to clean up a chemical spill?
A. Rags.
B. The kitchen sponge.
C. Paper towels.
D. A mop.
Question 3. What are some symptoms of toxic poisoning?
A. Diarrhea.
B. Changing skin color.
C. Dizziness.
D. All of the above.
Question 4. Where should you keep emergency telephone numbers?
A. In a good place.
B. In a drawer by your bed.
C. By all your telephones and in your contact list in your cell phone.
D. By the door.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World
From the Emergency preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Pet emergency supply kit
Emergencies can happen at any time and help may not be available immediately.
Many Leisure World residents have pets. It behooves pet owners to take personal
responsibility and initiative in preparing your pets for emergencies. Use the
following quiz to review your emergency supply kit for your pet. Pick the one best
answer. Answers are on page XX.
Question 1. Which of the following should be in the emergency supply kit?
A. A picture of your pet.
B. A picture of you and your pet.
C. A picture of you.
D. A picture of the Leisure World globe.
Question 2. How much food and water should be in the pet emergency supply
kit?
A. At least three days’ supply.
B. One day’s supply.
C. A week’s supply.
D. Call the front gate to find out.
Question 3. What sanitation supplies should be in the pet emergency supply kit?
A. Litter box.
B. Paper towels.
C. Plastic trash bags.
D. All of the above.
Question 4. When should you review your pet’s emergency supply kit?
A. When you think of it.
B. When you review your home emergency supply kit.
C. Every year
D. Every month.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Leisure World Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Work emergency supply kit
Emergencies can happen at any time. More residents of Leisure World are
continuing to work away from home. Especially during the winter season, we are
all familiar with travel problems associated with snow and other winter
conditions. It behooves residents working away from home to take responsibility
and initiative in having emergency supplies available at the office. Use the
following quiz to review what should be in an office supply kit. Pick the one best
answer. Answers can be found on page XX.
Question 1. How much water should be in the emergency supply kit?
A. Bottled water for one to three days—eight 16-ounce bottles contain one
gallon.
B. None—Use the drinking fountain.
C. Enough for a week.
D. Two 16-ounce bottles.
Question 2. What kind of food should you have in the emergency supply kit?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Breyers ice cream.
Fresh fruit.
None—there are plenty of restaurants close by.
Non-perishable food such as granola bars.
Question 3. Which of the following items should be in the emergency supply kit?
A. A flashlight with extra batteries.
B. A portable radio with alarm.
C. A cell phone loaded with telephone numbers for key contacts.
D. All of the above.
Question 4. How much prescription and over-the-counter medications should be
in the emergency supply kit?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Enough for a week.
None—you can always go to a CVS.
Enough for one to three days.
One-half prescription for each medication.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Hurricanes
Pick one best answer for each question. Answers found on page XX
All Atlantic coastal areas are subject to hurricanes. The Atlantic hurricane season
lasts from June to November, with the peak season from mid-August to late
October. Leisure World and its environs have been subject to the effects of
hurricanes over the years—Some that have taken weeks for full recovery. Thus, it
behooves Leisure World residents to take personal responsibility and initiative in
preparing for hurricanes. Use the following quiz to refresh your memory about
how to prepare for hurricanes
Question 1. How much notice will you have of an approaching hurricane?
A. One day
B. One month
C. Several days
D. One night
Question 2. Which of the following will have information on any approaching
hurricane and what you should do to prepare?
A. WTOP radio
B. A., C., and D.
C. The weather channel
D. ABC, NBC, and CBS TV stations
Question 3. As a hurricane approaches, what should you not do?
A. Stay by a south-facing window so that you can finally see what a real hurricane
looks like.
B. Stay in your home with any pets that you may have.
C Secure lawn furniture and other outdoor items.
D. Check your emergency preparedness kit to make sure you have the requested
items.
Question 4. Which of the following categories of hurricanes are dangerous?
A. Category 5
B. Category 1
C. A., B., and D.
D. Category 3
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
From the Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee
Monthly Quiz—Thunderstorms and lightning
Pick one best answer for each question. Answers found on page XX
Thunderstorms and lightning are frequent in the Leisure World area in the spring
and summer. All of us should want to understand the dangers, how to avoid
them, and how to prepare for them before they occur. Use the following quiz to
refresh your understanding of thunderstorms and lightning.
Question 1. A severe thunderstorm warning advises you of what?
A. Answers D., C., and B.
B. Severe weather has been spotted or indicated by radar.
C. There is immediate danger to life and property to those in the path of the
storm.
D. Continue to stay tuned if you are in the affected area.
Question 2. You are in an area where a severe thunderstorm warning has been
posted on WTOP and other media outlets. Which of the following should you not
do?
A. Get in a building.
B. Get in your convertible and put up the top.
C. Use your cell phone.
D. Turn off air conditioning and other electrical items.
Question 3. You see someone hit by lightning and your cell phone is dead. You
have no training in what to do for treating the person. Which of the following
should you not do?
A. You have seen people do CPR on TV—go for it.
B. Try to find someone who knows what to do.
C. Try to find someone with a cell phone, call 911, and follow instructions.
D. A and B.
Question 4. What should you avoid when thunderstorms are in the area?
A. Tall, isolated trees
B. A., C., and D
C. A boat in the water.
D. Anything metal.
For additional information on emergency preparedness in Leisure World, go to
http://www.lwmc/gen-info/emergency-plan.html to find the Emergency Plan for
Leisure World.
Answers to monthly quizzes
Kitchen fire prevention
Question 1—B.
Question 2—B.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—B.
Smoke alarms
Question 1—D.
Question 2—A.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—C.
Winter driving
Question 1—D.
Question 2—B.
Question 3—C.
Question 4—D.
Car emergency supply kit
Question 1—D.
Question 2—C.
Question 3—A.
Question 4—A.
Extreme heat
Question 1—C.
Question 2—B.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—A.
Home supply kit
Question 1—D.
Question 2—C.
Question 3—B.
Question 4—D.
Tornados
Question 1—D.
Question 2—C.
Question 3—C.
Question 4—C.
Home emergency preparedness plan
Question 1—C.
Question 2—D.
Question 3—A.
Question 4—D.
Household chemical emergencies
Question 1—C.
Question 2—A.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—C.
Pet emergency supply kit
Question 1—B.
Question 2—A.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—B.
Work emergency supply kit
Question 1—A.
Question 2—D.
Question 3—D.
Question 4—C.
Hurricanes
Question 1—C.
Question 2—B.
Question 3—A.
Question 4—C.
Thunderstorms and lightning
Question 1—A.
Question 2—B.
Question 3--D.
Question 4—B.