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Chapter 9: Participants: Nongovernmental Organizations (In Addition to the Corporate Sector and Educational Institutions)

1. Dated stereotypes identified NGOs as which of the following?

a. The core of disaster control

b. Priceless and irreplaceable

*c. Visionaries that hindered the reaction

d. Suspicious organizations that may lack credibility

2. What best characterizes the majority of NGOs engaged in disasters and growth?

*a. They are modest in size.

b. They lack a distinct mandate.

c. Their members come from diverse backgrounds.

d. All of the above

3. What is the finest description of an institution that is not-for-profit, tax-exempt, and obtains at least a portion of its funds from private donors?

a. IO

*b. PVO

c. Contributor group

d. Coordinating body

4. What is the finest definition of an organization with a global presence and influence?

a. Contributor group

b. Coordinating body

c. PVO

*d. IO

5. Which of the subsequent is not a general characteristic of NGOs that engage in disasters and humanitarian relief?

*a. They are centralized in their organizational structure.

b. They prioritize independence and impartiality.

c. They are dedicated.

d. They are highly practical-oriented.

6. What is the primary goal of NGOs engaged in disaster response and humanitarian relief?

a. Aid governments in lessening hazard susceptibility

*b. Alleviate the pain and suffering of victims

c. Decrease the country’s reliance on foreign aid

d. Satisfy donors

7. Which entities provide the most significant amount of operational and financial support to developing nations to enhance their preparedness and mitigation efforts?

*a. Governments and multilateral associations

b. Private enterprises

c. Nongovernmental organizations

d. None of the above

8. Which organization exemplifies the category of NGOs primarily focused on the emergency phase of disasters?

a. Habitat for Humanity

b. Americares

*c. Air-Serv International

d. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

9. How do NGOs finance their activities?

a. Donation drives

b. Competitive subsidies

*c. Both a and b

d. Neither a nor b

10. What is crucial for the fundraising success of smaller NGOs engaged in disaster response and recovery?

*a. Broad public acknowledgment of the disaster

b. Engagement of the United Nations

c. Stability at the national government level

d. All of the above

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