1.4. Construction Materials and Costs

Try these first

1. 1.

   What type of house usually suffers more damage during earthquakes?

   Hint

   Think about permanent materials.

2. 2.

   What is Bhuga known for?

   Hint

   Reflect on traditional construction.

3. 3.

   What type of house remained undamaged during the earthquake?

   • Pucca House
   • Bhuga
   • Mud House

   Hint

   Associates with traditional builds.

4. 4.

   Government assistance was more available to which group?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on equity among groups.

5. 5.

   Develop a strategy to improve the funding model for reconstructing houses in low-income communities post-earthquake.

   Hint

   Think about combining resources.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the long-term impacts of using local materials on community resilience after a disaster versus imported materials.

   Hint

   Consider sustainability and community advantage.