What does code Silver mean?

• A. Gun threat / Active shooter
• B. Bomb threat
• C. Missing person
• D. Fire drill

Answer: (A)

Recognizing what Code Silver signals in campus emergency communications is what this item tests. Code Silver indicates a gun threat or active shooter on site, which triggers immediate protective actions such as lockdown, securing doors, and contacting authorities. This makes it the best choice because it directly corresponds to an armed threat requiring shelter‑in‑place and swift coordination with responders. The other scenarios—bomb threats, missing persons, and fire drills—have different alert meanings and procedures, so they aren’t what Code Silver represents. Follow your building’s specific emergency procedures, stay quiet and out of sight if you’re in the area, and assist responders only when it’s safe to do so.