4.2. Demographic and Occupational Analysis

Try these first

1. 1.

   What was the primary impact of the 2001 earthquake on housing?

   Hint

   Think about the percentage mentioned in the text.

2. 2.

   What type of services were underused despite being set up after the earthquake?

   Hint

   Consider which services faced participation issues.

3. 3.

   What percentage of homes were totally damaged in the 2001 earthquake?

   • 50%
   • 80%
   • 90%

   Hint

   Recall the statistical figures provided.

4. 4.

   True or false: The reconstruction project was widely accepted by the community.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the reasons for community disapproval mentioned in the text.

5. 5.

   Discuss how socioeconomic factors may have limited the participation of lower-income residents in the reconstruction process.

   Hint

   Think about the barriers created by socioeconomic status.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effects of a lack of training programs on local residents' ability to recover after the earthquake.

   Hint

   Consider the relationship between skills training and successful reconstruction.