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Science
Quarter 4 – Module 2:
The Do’s of Earthquake and
Volcanic Eruption Preparedness
Science – Grade 6
Quarter 4– Module 2: The Do’s of Earthquake and Volcanic Eruption Preparedness
First Edition, 2021

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Science
Quarter 4 – Module 2:
The Do’s of Earthquake and
Volcanic Eruption Preparedness
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to
use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress
while allowing them to manage their own learning at home.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as
they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

As a learner, you must learn to become responsible of your own
learning. Take time to read, understand, and perform the different
activities in the module.
As you go through the different activities of this module be
reminded of the following:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any
part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let Us Try before moving on to the other
activities.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking
your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are done.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this
module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always
bear in mind that you are not alone. We hope that through this material,
you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep understanding
of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 Let Us Learn

A wonderful day to you little scientist! In this module, you will learn the
concepts of disaster preparedness, specifically on earthquake and volcanic
eruption. You shall learn how to prepare in times these disasters are right at
your doorstep or even beforehand.

Specifically, you are expected to:

• Enumerate what to do before, during and after earthquake and
volcanic eruptions (S6ES-IVb-2).

Let Us Try!

Choose the best answer and write this on a separate paper.

1. Which of the following should NOT be put in your ‘To Go Bag’?

A. food C. soft drink
B. medicine D. water

2. Samuel is inside the classroom when a strong earthquake occurred.

What should Samuel do? He should ____________
A. duck, cover and hold on to anything until the shakes stop.
B. walk briskly to the evacuation area.
C. stay wherever he is.
D. run for his life.

3. Emil wants to go back to their house to get their belongings while

there’s spewing of ashes from a nearby volcano. What do you think will
happen to Emil?
A. Emil might get suffocated with the ashes.
B. Emil will be successful in getting their belongings.
C. Emil will stay there because he found out it’s safe.
D. Emil might not be able to pass through because persons in
authority won’t allow him to.

4. The place of Susan was hit by a strong earthquake, what should she
do after? She should _____________
A. go back to their house right away.
B. sneak at their house from time to time.
C. ask her family members to immediately fix their house.
D. wait for the updates from authorities when it’s safe to go back to
their house.

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5. There was a strong earthquake caused by a volcanic eruption in your
area. Which of the following should you do?
I should _____________

A. evacuate immediately.
B. hide myself in a building.
C. keep calm and will not move.
D. keep safe all the animals from danger.

Let Us Study
Read the conversation below and answer the questions that follow.

The Ashfall and Shakeout Preparedness

By: Jennifer M. Allawan

The Grade 6 - Rizal is having their Science class with Miss Imelda
Franco, teacher. Miss Franco reviewed on the changes on the Earth’s
surface as a result of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. This time, the
pupils are asked to research on disaster preparedness particularly on
earthquake and volcanic eruption.
Miss Franco: Here’s what we are going to do. I will divide you into two
groups. One group will search about the preparedness before, during and
after an earthquake while the other group is for the volcanic eruption.
Simon: Yes, Ma’am.
The following day is the group presentation of their output.
Miss Franco: Good morning class! I hope you are all ready to present your
researches. Who would like to start?
Linda: Ma’am, I was able to come up with this research from a Grade 6
book (DepEd 2001) about preparedness in times of volcanic eruption.
Miss Franco: That’s good Linda! We will listen to you as you present your
group’s research.

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 Linda’s report.

What to do before, during and after a volcanic eruption?

Before
1. Listen to the radio for updates.
2. Follow warnings and instructions from the authorities.
3. Store enough food, water and medicine.
4. Evacuate quickly to a safer place.

During
1. Get away from power lines, posts, walls and other structures.
2. Stay away from buildings, especially, those with glass panes.
3. When driving, do not cross bridges or overpasses.
4. If you are along the shore and you feel a very strong earthquake, enough
to make standing difficult, run away from the shore, a tsunami might have
been triggered.

After
1. Wait for the instructions from authorized government agencies as to
when it is safe to return home.
2. Make necessary repairs and cleanup of houses hit by ashfall.

Miss Franco: Thank you so much Linda. Your group’s output is very
informative. I guess it’s time for the other group to present theirs. Emman,
your turn.

Emman: Yes, Ma’am Franco. Ours come from a book (Luna 2016) too. I
will now start my presentation.

What to do before, during and after an earthquake?

Before
1. Carry out a regular earthquake drill.
2. Familiarize yourself with safe exits in any building you stay in.
3. Keep flammable materials in a safe place.
4. Prepare your “To Go Bag” with the following important things inside:
flashlight, food, medicine, water, and important documents.

During
1. Stay under a sturdy table.
2. Keep calm.
3. Stay away from stairs or elevators.
4. Avoid rushing to exits when inside a theater or any crowded place.
5. Stay away from cliffs, steep slopes, power lines and big trees.

After
1. Stay away from condemned buildings or those with cracks.
2. Avoid touching live electric wires or fallen electric posts.
3. Listen to the radio for updates.

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 Miss Franco: Emman’s group was able to present well. Let us clap our
hands for a job well done and for exerting much efforts on this task. I am
truly impressed.

Marga: Thank you, Miss Franco!

Miss Franco: You are always welcome. Now, let me just add one important
note. Oftentimes, when there is volcanic eruption it is followed by an
earthquake or vice versa. And, there are times also when a strong
earthquake strikes, a tsunami or big waves occurs.
Marlon: Yes Ma’am. I have seen that on the news.
Miss Franco: But whatever disaster that we might experience, I want you
to remember that your lives are your topmost priority not your properties.
Simon: Yes Ma’am!

Questions:

1. What was the task of each group all about?

2. What are the ways to be prepared for before, during and after an
earthquake?
3. What are the preparedness tips or guidelines on before, during and after a
volcanic eruption?
4. Why do we need to prepare ourselves for a disaster like an earthquake or
volcanic eruption?

Disasters are unstoppable like the earthquake and volcanic eruption.

The same is true with floods, landslide and even tsunamis. No instrument
yet ever invented to predict a disaster, especially an earthquake, on when
and where it happens. Nobody can exactly pinpoint in advance when will it
occur or where will the tremor start.
Disaster preparedness might not stop a disaster from happening
(Disaster Preparedness n.d.) but it can lessen the damages done to people,
animals, infrastructures, and to the place in general.
Keep in mind the readiness tips on the following page. Be ready always.
Remember that READINESS saves LIVES!
Study the table for your reference.

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Table 1. Readiness tips on disaster preparedness (earthquake and volcanic eruption).

Picture/Illustration Earthquake Volcanic Eruption

BEFORE
Prepare ("To Go Bag" Prepare ("To go Bag"
with food, water, with food, water,
medicine, documents, medicine, documents,
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mobile/cellular phone, mobile/cellular phone,
money) money)

Participate in
Participate in drill
earthquake drills

DURING

Evacuate the place Evacuate the place

Act (duck, cover and

hold)

Evacuate to a higher
ground (If the
earthquake is so strong
that you can hardly
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Listen to persons in Listen to persons in

authority authority

Do not panic Do not panic

AFTER

Listen for updates from Listen for updates from

persons in authority. persons in authority.

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 Let Us Practice

Activity 1: My ‘To Go Bag’

Direction: Put a check mark (a) on the things that should be placed inside
the ‘To Go Bag’.

3.
1. 2.

8.

4.

7.

5.

6.

Good job! Now, place your ‘To Go Bag’ in an area where you can
always see it. Remember, READINESS saves LIVES!

Let Us Practice More

Activity 2: Precautionary Measures

Direction: Read the situations below. Answer the questions that follow by
ticking (a) the box of the statement that shows safety measures during an
earthquake and volcanic eruption.

Situation 1: Nina is a grade six pupil. One Tuesday morning, Nina is in her
classroom busy doing her performance task in Arts. When suddenly, she

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experienced a strong ground shaking. She heard the alarm signaling an
earthquake. What should Nina do?

She should panic on where to go.

She should listen to her teacher or any person in authority.

She should duck, cover and hold on to any sturdy object.

She should take the route during earthquake drills.

Situation 2: One fine day, Ramon is doing an errand to fetch a pail of

drinking water in a nearby well. As he looked up at the sky, he noticed a
flock of birds flying. He felt nervous. When he turned to his right, he saw the
volcano starting to spew ashes. What should Ramon do?

Ramon should evacuate immediately.

Ramon should fetch water first.

Ramon should look at the volcanoes’ crater to be sure.

Ramon should return home and inform everyone else to evacuate.

You are doing great! Always remember to stay calm in times of a

disaster. Being CALM helps you THINK BETTER!

Let Us Remember

In times of a disaster, may it be an earthquake or a volcanic

eruption, ask yourself these questions:
Why should we prepare?
• We prepare to reduce fear and anxiety.
• We prepare to reduce losses (lives, properties).
(Robert N. Harewood n.d.)

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 How should we prepare?
Before an Earthquake/ Volcanic Eruption
• Always prepare your ‘To Go Bag’ and make sure it’s easy to carry.
Your emergency bag must include the following:
water food flashlight first aid kit
whistle map cell phone documents
identification cards

• Always participate when your Local Government Unit (LGU) or

school conducts earthquake drills or evacuation drills.

During an Earthquake/ Volcanic Eruption

• Always consider your LIFE as your PRIORITY not your belongings.
Keep yourself safe.
• Always remember to KEEP CALM in times of emergency.
After an Earthquake/ Volcanic Eruption
• Always KEEP AN EYE AND EAR ON UPDATES from persons in
authority.

Let Us Assess

Read the questions carefully. Choose the best answer and write it on a
separate sheet of paper.

1. Which of the following should NOT be included in a basic emergency

supply kit?
A. battery operated flashlight C. magazine
B. food D. water

2. Where is the safest place to be during earthquake?

A. in a bedroom C. under a heavy piece of furniture
B. in a doorway D. under a tree

3. When an earthquake strikes, what should you do?

A. Stay calm to think better
B. Run outside to avoid falling objects

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 C. Stay away from mirrors or windows
D. Take cover under a heavy piece of furniture

4. If local authorities told me to evacuate, what shall I do?

A. refuse to leave
B. ask my neighbor what to do
C. wait until the situation worsen
D. follow the advice of the local authorities

5. Manolo was on his way to the evacuation center due to volcanic ash
fall but he left his ‘To Go Bag’ at home. He should:
A. go back home
B. ask someone to get it
C. tell the person in authority
D. go to the evacuation area without it

6. Samuel is inside the classroom when a strong earthquake happened.

What should Samuel do? He should _____________
A. duck, cover and hold on to anything until the shakes stop.
B. walk briskly to the evacuation area.
C. stay wherever he is.
D. run for his life.

7. The place of Susan was hit by a strong earthquake, what should she
do after? She should _____________
A. go back to their house right away.
B. sneak at their house from time to time.
C. never go back to their house ever again.
D. wait for updates from authorities when it’s safe to go back to their
house.

8. Elena and Rogelio are living near a volcano. The PHILVOCS announces
that this may erupt anytime. Elena and Rogelio packed food and water
and then evacuate to another city. Why are they doing these?
A. Because they bought a new house and lot at the city.
B. Because they want to have some tour of the city.
C. Because they need to find a new home.
D. Because they want to save their lives.

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9. Which of the following illustrations show preparedness during an
earthquake?

A. C.

B. D.

10. Which of the following illustrations DOES NOT show preparedness

before a volcanic eruption?

A. C.

B. D.

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 Let Us Enhance

Activity 3: I am Ready

Direction: Read the short story below. List what Ising and her family do
before, during and after an earthquake and volcanic eruption by completing
the diagram.

Ising’s Encounter
By: Jennifer M. Allawan

In a rural area, Ising and her family lived. Their house is located
adjacent to a volcano. One sunny day, Ising and her little brother went out to
harvest some eggplants for breakfast.
Kokoy, Ising’s little brother stumble and about to fall. Ising was just in
time to hold his hand. They thought that it was just nothing.
Upon their way home, a strong shaking of the ground happened. Ising
remembered everything from their Shake-out drill in school the other day. So,
she told Kokoy to duck, cover and hold. The shaking suddenly stops.
When Kokoy turned his back, he saw ashes spewing from the volcanoes
crater. He told Ising about it. She instructed Kokoy to remain calm.
The siblings continued walking briskly back to their home. This time,
they avoided the tall trees, electrical posts and other infrastructures. When
they arrived home, their parents told them to hurriedly get their ‘To Go Bag’
and walk faster than normal to the evacuation center.
At the evacuation center, Ising’s family is always waiting for updates
from their barangay officials. When the Barangay Captain announced that it
is safe to go back to their houses, Ising and Kokoy felt relieved.

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 Ising and Her Family’s Readiness
Before, During and After an Earthquake and Volcanic Eruption

Before During After

That was fantastic. Move forward! You are about to finish this
module.

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 Let Us Reflect

Natural disaster such as earthquake and volcanic eruptions occur

everywhere. We cannot tell when and where it could happen. The best way
to lessen its effects is to prepare. That’s why kids, you should know what
and how to prepare. Do not forget to share your learnings to your friends.
Remember READINESS saves LIVES.

The Earthquake and volcanic eruptions are unpredictable so as the

weather and seasons. You can learn more of these as you move forward on
the next module. HAPPY LEARNING!

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Activity 1
1. 5.
2. P 6. P
3. P 7.
4. 8. P
Activity 2
Situation 1
P She should listen to her teacher or any person in authority.
P She should duck, cover and hold on to any sturdy object.
P She should take the route during earthquake drill.s
Situation 2
P Ramon should evacuate immediately.
P Ramon should return home and inform everyone else to evacuate.
Activity 3
Let Us Assess Let Us Assess Let Us Try
6. A 1. C 1. C
2. A
7. D 2. B 3. A
8. D 3. B 4. D
5. A
9. A 4. D
10. B 5. D
Answer Key
 References

DepEd. 2001. Into the Future: Science and Health 6. Manila:

Department of Education. Accessed January 15, 2021.
n.d. "Disaster Preparedness." Accessed January 15, 2021.
https://disasterpreparedness.org/.
Luna, Emmanuel M. 2016. Protecting Lives, Saving Communities
Disaster Preparedness and Risk Reduction in Philippine Setting.
Quezon City: C and E Publishing Inc. Accessed January 15,
2021.
Robert N. Harewood, Sharleen DaBreo & Zebalon McLean. n.d.
Community Preparedness Guide. Edited by Zebalon McLean &
Joyce Thomas Sharleen DaBreo. Tortola, Virgin Islands: ScripJ
Printing. Accessed January 4, 2021.
https://www.ifrc.org/docs/IDRL/-
%20To%20add/Community%20Disaster%20Preparedness%20G
uide.pdf.

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