1.2 - Case Study: Cast Away
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Practice Questions
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What is meant by the term 'place'?
💡 Hint: Consider how places are more than just locations.
Name one reason why Chuck named the volleyball Wilson.
💡 Hint: What role did Wilson play in Chuck's isolation?
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What does Doreen Massey argue about place?
💡 Hint: Think of how society defines places.
True or False: Chuck Noland's relationship with Wilson reflects the importance of emotional attachment in understanding place.
💡 Hint: Consider how loneliness affects relationships.
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Discuss the implications of rejecting post-disaster housing solutions in communities where emotional ties to previous homes are strong. How should urban planners address these needs?
💡 Hint: Think of ways to include community participation in planning.
Evaluate the role of emotional attachments in shaping individual responses to disaster recovery. What should be prioritized in future recovery plans?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how emotional health impacts recovery success.
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