Reference no: EM133516629

Question 1.

The Governor of an affected state and the U.S. President coordinate to approve a political appointee of a senior civilian Dual-Status Commander to manage emergency and disaster response operations.

False

True

Question 2

Which of the following agencies has the overall responsibility for interagency coordination during federal disaster responses?

The National Guard

The Department of Defense

Federal Emergency Management Agency

The State(s) Impacted by the Disaster

Question 3

State Governors must consult their respective state emergency officials before they request federal assistance from the U.S. President.

False

True

Question 4

Following Hurricane Maria in 2017, the U.S. President and the Mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, engaged in a public exchange of criticism over the federal response to support Puerto Rico. Situations can arise involving the President being criticized for a response or perceived lack of response. According to the federal organizations responsible for advising the President, how should the President respond to such criticism and continue to provide support?

Make donations to local charities to improve public opinion.

Resolve it according to their recommendations.

Ignore it and continue to make decisions.

Address it publicly using multiple media channels.

Question 5

Which of the following is the primary statute used by the U.S. President to approve federal assistance in response to terror attacks?

The Emergency Relief Act

The Disaster Relief Act

The PATRIOT Act

The Staff