JKO Humanitarian Assistance Response Training (HART)

Which of the following statements is NOT true about information sharing? (The Challenges of Information Sharing, page 4 )

information should be kept classified as much as possiblecan sometimes carry very different meanings and connotations can sometimes carry very different meanings and connotations

Which of the following are examples of negative effects of aid on local populations? (Select all that apply.) (The Principle of "Do No Harm", page 2)

-The affected state is using their armed military to secure aid resources
-local bandits have captured the humanitarian aid food supplies and are selling them at an enormous price
-the local population has become dependent upon aid over the last several years, so they are no longer growing their own crops

Culture can be described by which of the following characteristics? (Cultural Awareness, page 3)

-behavior or a set of values that guide one's daily interactions
-a shared experience with others of the same belief or practice
-a product of one's upbringing or experience

What is the appropriate involvement of military in assessments? (Select all that apply.) (The Types of Assessments, page 7)

-Conducts assessments to determine its operational needs to execute HA/DR mission-
-Upon request, assists Affected State and humanitarian organizations by providing transportation and logistics support nal needs to execute HA/DR mission

Which of the following avoids distribution pitfalls? (Select all that apply.) (Distribution Pitfalls, page 6)

-provide visible labeling appropriately identifying details or containers
-ensure adequate storage facilities with appropriate security, equipment and personnel
-provide signed agreements regarding waiving of customs, service fees, or handling charges
-work with government officials to expedite handling and clearance of personnel visas

Which of the following is NOT true about needs assessments? (Information Requirements, page 2)

Assessments conducted by the military are long-term analyses and constitute the majority of need assessment efforts

Which of the following are generally signs of recovery in a community following a disaster? (Select all that apply.) (The Disaster Risk Management Cycle, page 4)

Infrastructure is being rebuilt

Markets are re-opening

Families are being resettled

The military brings many advantages to disaster response including which of the following? (Select all that apply.) (Assisting States' Militaries, page 5)

-Has capabilities that lend themselves to HA/DR operations
-Has rapidly deployable operational capabilities in austere environments

n the response to disasters, most countries have their own National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) or a part of government that serves a similar function. (The Affected State, page 6)

true

Which of the following is NOT considered a durable solution for IDPs? (Returnees, page 2)

resettle into a new country

Vulnerable persons in the affected population are defined as people who_____. (Who is the Affected Population? page 3)

have special needs due to age, gender, infirmity, or unique situation

An example of a key indicator is: (Using the Handbook in HA/DR Operations, page 6)

provide at least 15 liters of water per person per day

OFDA responds to an average of 70 disasters per year. What percentage of these is supported by the U.S. military? (DoD Support to USAID OFDA, page 7)

less than 9 percent

IDPs are people who _____. (Internally Displaced Persons, page 2)

have been forced to flee their homes but have not crossed international borders

In the Sphere Project Handbook, key indicators: (Select all that apply.) (What is the Sphere Project, page 2)

-show to what extent a minimum standard has been met
-serve as signals that show whether a standard has been attained

The Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) provides: (Information Requirements, page 4)

-aggregated and analyzed information from many sources
-real-time updates worldwide on natural disasters
-updates information through response phase of disasters (2 to 3 weeks)

According to international guidelines, Military and Civil Defense Assets (MCDA) capabilities add the most value when providing: (Select all that apply.) (Guidelines for Coordination, page 3)

-infrastructure support
-indirect assistance

Which of the following is true about UN-CMCoord? (Select all that apply.) (Characteristics of the UN-CMCoord Framework, page 7)

-is defined as the essential dialogue and interaction between civilian and military actors in humanitarian emergencies
-no one commands UN-CMCoord because humanitarian agencies are independent

In most humanitarian response situations, the Joint Task Force would interface with _____. (Select all that apply.) (Global Cluster Lead Agencies at Work, page 5)

-the UN CMCoord Officers
-the USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
-the Affected State

In the cultural continuum, "high context culture" has which of the following characteristics? (Select all that apply.) (Why is Culture Important? page 1)

-group harmony over individualism
-non-verbal communication

The U.S. Government first began providing humanitarian support to the international community in 1961 with the Foreign Assistance Act. (Role of USAID OFDA in Foreign Disaster Response, page 4)

false

"Cultural carriers" have which of the following characteristics? (Select all that apply.) (Cultural Carriers and Influences, page 1)

-can convey symbolic messages within and across social contexts
-can be names, places, streets, people, music, and art
-can be objects as well as abstract ideas

How is planning for HA/DR operations different than planning for combat operations? (Military Planning in HA/DR Operations, pages 4, 5, 6, 7)

when situational planning for HA/DR operations, the process for evaluating the environment is the same as in combat training, but emphasis is placed on keeping the information unclassified so it can be shared with civilian and military responders

One way to enhance relationships with a foreign culture is to _____. (Cultural Influences, Polite Fictions, and Compromises, page 1)

make cultural compromises that demonstrate your willingness to respect the other's culture

Which of the following have brought about increased security risks to aid workers and organizations? (Security Strategies, page 3)

Due to military and humanitarian actors working in the same space, there is a blurred line of distinction between the two, which endangers the perception of aid agencies as impartial, neutral, and independent
Terrorists are intentionally targeting aid workers as soft targets

Aid workers are increasingly working in areas of conflict

One of the key problems with the traditional route of donor support is that: (Donors, page 2)

Each layer between the donor and the ultimate beneficiary increases administrative costs and reduces the funding amount

The central goal of the 2005 Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) is to _____. (Hyogo Framework for Action, page 1)

Substantially reduce disaster losses by increasing the resilience of nations and communities to disasters

For military members working an HA/DR mission, relief aid strives to meet basic needs in ways that also reduce future vulnerabilities and create sustainable benefits that link into longer-term local recovery efforts. (The Code of Conduct in Disaster Relief, page 2)

true

During an HA/DR effort, the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) can deploy this group to coordinate the U.S. Government response on the ground at the disaster location: (Disaster Declaration and Response Process, page 8)

Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART)

Which of the following statements is NOT true about NGOs? (International Humanitarian Community, page 18)

Humanitarian NGOs align themselves with the side of "good" in human conflicts

Which of the following motives for attacks on aid workers do humanitarian actors try to mitigate by striving to be perceived as impartial and neutral? (Attacks on Civilian Aid Workers, page 6)

political

When military actors respond to a humanitarian crisis, they should _____. (Practical Considerations for Response, pages 3, 5)

build consensus and demonstrate their willingness to collaborate on response efforts

What is the appropriate involvement of military in assessments?

-conducts assessments To determine its operational need to execute FDR mission
-upon request, assist affected site and humanitarian organizations by providing transportation and logistics support

Which of the following is NOT a mission of the United Nations?

Takes over for the affected state in leading disaster response on its own soil

Select the task in what humanitarian actors can involve beneficiaries in disaster response

All of the answers are correct

Culture can be described by which of the following characteristics

All of the answers are correct

Which of the following are generally signs of a recovering community following a disaster

-Markets are reopening
-families are being resettled
-infrastructure is being rebuilt

Which of the following is NOT a protected right of IDP's

Right to protection in exchange for their property

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of lead agencies

To coordinate response operations in there discipline as well as related disciplines

In the security triangle, the exception strategy refers to aid workers acceptance that nothing can be changed to increase security

False

The foundation of the National Disaster Management Framework (NDMF) Pyramid, which represents those closest to any initial disaster response, as which of the following?

Families

OFDA maintained these two types of facilities across the globe

-regional offices from which regional advisors travel to disaster sites
-stock pile locations for logistics and commodities

When collaborating with civilian responders, military actors should...

Attend civilian lead meetings when invited

Which of the following about the sphere project handbook are true

-The handbook is based on the core relief that those affected by disaster have the right to assistance and that steps should be taken to alleviate their suffering
-The handbooks minimum standards are widely excepted by the humanitarian community providing professional and technical benchmarks for eight agencies when conducting emergency assistance

Which of the following statements states the role of the logistics cluster

To facilitate coordination to ensure in efficient and effective emergency response

Which of the following statements about humanitarian organization is planning in funding processes are true

-The affected state government is ultimately responsible for providing humanitarian assistance to its citizens
-contingency planning should be completed collaboratively with the in-country RC/HC and HCT to prevent duplication of effort
-funding for humanitarian efforts is neither secure nor predictable
-The UNDAC team prepares a plan of action immediately following an emergency that outlines what is needed and how it will be provided

The global disaster alert and coordination system (GDACS) provides:

All answers are correct

Which of the following describes a challenge to information sharing

-Sharing information without compromising security
-identifying reliable sources of information
-translating data into actionable information
-identifying FDR responders

In the response to disasters, most countries have their own National Disaster Management Organization (NDMO) or a part of government that serves of similar function

True

Select the task in which humanitarian actors can involve beneficiaries in disaster response

All answers are correct

When supporting HA/DR In a foreign country, it is important to understand cultural differences or perceptions, or we are likely to respond appropriately when faced with cultural realities

True

The military brings many advantages to disaster response, including which of the following?

-Has rapidly deployable operational capabilities in austere environments
-has capabilities at them themselves to FDR operations

Which of the following is not considered a durable solution for IDP's

Resettle into a third country

Which series below characterizes the sequence of phases in the Disaster Risk Management Cycle

Response, recovery, risk reduction, preparedness

The lead federal agency for coordinating disaster assistance for foreign governments and peoples is the

Office of US foreign disaster assistance (OFDA)

Which of the following is an example of responsibility of a global cluster lead agency

All answers are correct

Which of the following have brought about increased security risks to aid workers and organizations

All answers are correct

The Oslo Guidelines:

-provides strategies for use of foreign MCDA
-define foreign militaries as assisting state militaries
-are the foundation for responding to complex emergencies
-Address how to use military and civil defense assets (MCDA) in peacetime relief activities

In this for your project handbook key indicators

-are equivalent to the military measure of performance (MOP)
-show to what extent a minimum standard has been met

Which of the following statements best describes humanitarian logistics

The delivery of appropriate relief supplies, in good condition, at the time and place in which they are needed following and needs assessment of the effected population

As soon as possible after disaster the UNDAC team prepares a

Plan of action

In which of the following information sources can you find assessment information about a disaster

-Humanitarian response
-ReleifWeb

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the US military to become involved in disaster response effort

The United States is allied with one political faction of the affected state,which requires food and water

One of the key problems with the traditional root of doner support is that

Each layer between the donor and the ultimate beneficiary increases administrative costs and reduces the funding amount

Which of the following is a good definition of the principles or neutrality of the provisions of humanitarian aid

Humanitarian actors must not take sides in hostilities or engage in controversies of a political, racial, religious, or ideological nature

Culture can be described by which of the following characteristics

All answers are correct

IDP's are people who

Have been forced to flee their homes but have not crossed international borders

In disasters, a community's vulnerability is

A measure of how well prepared and equipped a Community is to minimize the impact of or cope with hazards

"Pull, not push" Is a simple concept or metaphor that refers to the preferred approach to managing logistics in disaster response efforts

True

Which of the following is an example of responsibility of a global cluster lead agency

All answers are correct

Which of the following are true about UN-CMCoord?

-no one commands UN-CMCoord because humanitarian agencies are independent
-is defined as the essential dialogue an interaction between civilian and military actors and humanitarian Emergencies

In the sphere project handbook, minimum standards

-Provide qualitative measures specifying the minimum levels to be attained during a humanitarian response
-Are equivalent to the military measure of excellence

Which organization is a global cluster leader for the logistics cluster?

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)

The main difference between military and civilian planning processes is that...

Civilians conduct operational planning at the tactical level

How is planning for FDR operations different than planning for combat operations

When situational planning for FDR operations, the process for evaluating the environment is the same as in combat planning, but emphasis is placed on keeping the information unclassified so it can be shared with civilian and military responders

Which of the following characterize the military information requirements following a rapid onset disaster

-Anticipate requirements for assisting the affected state and humanitarian organizations
-Status of critical infrastructure and facilities

When conducting FDR uniform country, is important to understand culture differences or perceptions so...

You don't respond inappropriately when faced with cultural realities

For military members conducting FDR operations, relief aid strives to meet basic needs in ways that also reduce future vulnerabilities in Crete sustainable benefits that link into the longer-term local recovery efforts

True

Because stateless persons have no citizenship, they have no government to turn to for protection

True

Which of the following about the sphere project handbook are true

-The handbook is based on the core beliefs of those affected by disaster has the right to assistant and except should be taking to alleviate their suffering
-they handbooks minimum standards are widely excepted by the humidity in Community providing professional and technical benchmarks for eight agencies when conducting emergency assistance

Which organization is the global cluster lead for the logistics cluster

UN world food programme (WFP)

Which of the following information sources provides regional contacts and mission directories for the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)

The cluster approach attempts to _____. (Why is the Cluster Approach Important? page 6)

eliminate gaps and increase effectiveness in humanitarian response

When military actors respond to a humanitarian crisis, they should _____. (Practical Considerations for Response, pages 3, 5)

build consensus and demonstrate their willingness to collaborate on response efforts

Which of the following describes a challenge to information sharing? (Select all that apply.) (The Challenges of Information Sharing, page 4)

Sharing information without compromising security

Identifying HA/DR responders

Translating data into actionable information

Identifying reliable sources of information

The military is often the first responder that the WFP will call in case of an emergency. (Military Support of Logistics, page 10)

False

Which of the following are examples of negative effects of aid on local populations? (Select all that apply.) (The Principle of "Do No Harm", page 2)

The local population has become dependent upon aid over the last several years, so they are no longer growing their own crops.

The Affected State is using their armed military to secure aid resources.

Local bandits have captured the humanitarian aid food supplies and are selling them at an enormous price.

Which of the following is NOT considered a durable solution for IDPs? (Returnees, page 2)

Resettle into a new country

Which of the following is an example(s) of a responsibility of a global cluster lead agency? (Global Cluster Lead Agencies at Work, page 4)

All of these choices

In the response to disasters, most countries have their own National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) or a part of government that serves a similar function. (The Affected State, page 6)

True

According to international guidelines, Military and Civil Defense Assets (MCDA) capabilities add the most value when providing: (Select all that apply.) (Guidelines for Coordination, page 3

Infrastructure support

Indirect assistance

The U.S. Government first began providing humanitarian support to the international community in 1961 with the Foreign Assistance Act. (Role of USAID OFDA in Foreign Disaster Response, page 4)

False

Because stateless persons have no citizenship they have no government to turn to for protection.

True

Which series below characterizes the sequence of phases in the Disaster Risk Management Cycle? (The Disaster Risk Management Cycle, page 2)

Response, recovery, risk reduction, preparedness

This large-scale entity, which is composed of three parts, is recognized under international law for providing protection for military medical services and humanitarian relief workers in armed conflicts. (International Humanitarian Community, page 11)

Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement (ICRC)

Which of the following statements characterizes the current trends in aid worker deaths? (Attacks on Civilian Aid Workers, page 3)

The number of aid workers in the field is increasing, along with the proportion of aid workers killed

Which of the following are ways in which organizations protect refugees? (Refugees, page 5)

All of these choices

The central goal of the 2005 Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) is to _____. (Hyogo Framework for Action, page 1)

Substantially reduce disaster losses by increasing the resilience of nations and communities to disasters

Which of the following is a good definition of the principle of Neutrality in HA/DR efforts? (Fundamental Humanitarian Principles, page 5)

Humanitarian actors must not take sides in hostilities or engage in controversies of a political, racial, religious, or ideological nature

The Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) provides: (Information Requirements, page 4)

All of these choices

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of lead agencies? (What Are Lead Agencies? page 1)

To coordinate response operations in their discipline as well as related disciplines

In order to understand and appreciate other cultures, we need to first understand our own culture. (Cultural Awareness, page 3)

True

Which of the following avoids distribution pitfalls? (Select all that apply.) (Distribution Pitfalls, page 6)

Work with government officials to expedite handling and clearance of personnel visas

Provide signed agreements regarding waiving of customs, service fees, or handling charges

Provide visible labeling appropriately identifying details of containers

Ensure adequate storage facilities with appropriate security, equipment and personnel

In the Security Triangle, the Acceptance Strategy refers to aid workers' acceptance that nothing can be changed to increase security. (Security Strategies, page 2)

False

As soon as possible after a disaster, the UNDAC team prepares a _____. (Humanitarian Planning in HA/DR Operations, page 3)

Plan of action

In disasters, a community's vulnerability is: (What is a Disaster? page 12)

A measure of how well prepared and equipped a community is to minimize the impact of or cope with hazards

In relation to national disaster response planning, the main differences between the military and civilian processes are that _____. (Select all that apply.) (How Humanitarians Plan, page 8)

civilian actors use a collaborative approach to build consensus and have no definitive chain of command among organizations

the military uses a formalized approach even in crisis situations

"Cultural carriers" have which of the following characteristics? (Select all that apply.) (Cultural Carriers and Influences, page 1)

Can be objects as well as abstract ideas

Can convey symbolic messages within and across social contexts

Can be names, places, streets, people, music, and art

Relief aid strives to: (The Code of Conduct in Disaster Relief, page 2)

Meet basic needs in ways that also reduce future vulnerabilities and create sustainable benefits that link into longer-term local recovery efforts

Vulnerable persons in the affected population are defined as people who_____. (Who is the Affected Population? page 3

have special needs due to age, gender, infirmity, or unique situation

29) One of the major impediments to military information sharing during a disaster response effort is which of the following? (Assisting States' Militaries, page 8)

Over-classification of information

One way to enhance relationships with a foreign culture is to _____. (Cultural Influences, Polite Fictions, and Compromises, page 1)

make cultural compromises that demonstrate your willingness to respect the other's culture

IDPs are people who _____. (Internally Displaced Persons, page 2)

have been forced to flee their homes but have not crossed international borders

Which of the following is true about UN-CMCoord? (Select all that apply.) (Characteristics of the UN-CMCoord Framework, page 7)

No one commands UN-CMCoord because humanitarian agencies are independent

Is defined as the activities that establish, maintain, influence, or exploit relationships between military forces and indigenous populations and institutions

In the Sphere Project Handbook, key indicators: (Select all that apply.) (What is the Sphere Project, page 2)

Serve as signals that show whether a standard has been attained

Show to what extent a minimum standard has been met

Which of the following characterize the military information requirements following a rapid onset disaster? (Select all that apply.) (Information Requirements, page 3)

Anticipate requirements for assisting the Affected State and humanitarian organizations

Status of critical infrastructure and facilities

Which of the following statements best describes humanitarian logistics? (Appropriate Supplies, page 3)

The delivery of the appropriate relief supplies, in good condition, at the time and place in which they are needed following a needs assessment of the affected population

When supporting HA/DR in a foreign country, it is important to understand cultural differences or perceptions, or we are likely to respond inappropriately when faced with cultural realities. (Why is Culture Important? page 1)

True

"Pull, not push" is a simple concept or metaphor that refers to the preferred approach to managing logistics in disaster response efforts. (DoD Support to USAID OFDA, page 11)

True

Terms and words shared between humanitarians and the military _____. (Cross-Cultural Understanding in HA/DR, page 1)

scan sometimes carry very different meanings and connotations

A National Disaster Management Framework (NDMF) is a metaphor for which of the following: (National Disaster Management Framework, page 3)

The levels of society (community, first responders, county, etc.) that interact in response to a disaster

An example of a key action is: (Using the Handbook in HA/DR Operations, page 4

Provide at least 15 liters of water per person per day

Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART)

The two main differences between planning for combat operations and planning for HA/DR operations is the _____. (Military Planning in HA/DR Operations, page 8)

operational environment and the mission priorities

Which of the following is NOT true of Donors in HA/DR efforts? (Donors, page 2)

Donors decide where funding is most needed in humanitarian aid