1.4. Lecture – 05

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is disaster recovery?

   Hint

   Think about the steps required after a natural calamity.

2. 2.

   Give an example of a UNESCO World Heritage site affected by a disaster.

   Hint

   Consider recent earthquakes.

3. 3.

   What is the primary focus of architecture in disaster recovery?

   • Only rebuilding shelters
   • Preservations of cultural heritage
   • Urban planning

   Hint

   Consider what makes a community’s heritage valuable.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Bam earthquake had no impact on historical sites.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on examples from the lecture.

5. 5.

   Discuss how architectural roles differ in immediate disaster response versus long-term recovery.

   Hint

   Think about the different needs of a community in crisis and recovery.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the implications of using modern materials in a reconstruction project of a historical site.

   Hint

   Consider the balance between safety and authenticity.