1 - Introduction to Disaster Risks
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Practice Questions
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Define disaster risk in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about the likelihood of harm from disasters.
What does exposure refer to in disaster management?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when hazards occur.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does 'exposure' refer to in disaster management?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes a location risky.
True or False: The frequency of earthquakes has significantly increased since 1950.
💡 Hint: Recall the trends discussed earlier.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a community disaster response plan for a small town prone to floods. Consider factors of exposure and vulnerability.
💡 Hint: Focus on the demographics and geographic layout.
Analyze the impact of urban sprawl on disaster risks based on the concepts covered. Provide a detailed example.
💡 Hint: Think of how more homes increase the danger during a flood.
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