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IS 208.a Final Examination

September 2010

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS: Mark the most correct choice on the answer sheet. 1. What agency provides AmeriCorps assistance following a disaster? A. B. C. D. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Corporation for National Service (CNS) Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Public Health Service (PHS)

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The Governor’s Authorized Representative (GAR): A. B. C. D. Provides executive oversight of the disaster response and recovery on behalf of the Governor Is always the same person as the SCO Serves as the liaison between the Governor and the President Holds a permanent staff position in the office of the Governor

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Which Federal agency provides assistance for beach and shore erosion? A. B. C. D. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Corporation for National Service (CNS) Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Public Health Service (PHS)

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The State Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) should be based on: A. B. C. D. What the State would like to be able to do in response to a disaster Thorough hazard analysis and vulnerability assessment The most common or frequent hazards only The State budget limitations

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What is the main purpose of a Rapid Needs Assessment (RNA)? A. B. C. D. Gather supporting information for the Governor’s request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration Determine what resources are necessary to conduct life-saving and lifesustaining operations during the emergency response phase of a disaster Secure supplemental resources from non-impacted areas of the State and disaster relief organizations Provide voluntary agencies with information so they can call out appropriate staff for response

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What agency provides...