4.2. Impact on Different Countries

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define hazard in the context of disaster risk.

   Hint

   Think about natural events that can cause harm.

2. 2.

   What is exposure in disaster risk management?

   Hint

   Consider who is affected when a disaster strikes.

3. 3.

   What defines a hazard in disaster risks?

   • Only natural events
   • Potentially damaging events
   • Only human activities

   Hint

   Consider both natural and human dimensions.

4. 4.

   True or False: All countries are equally affected by disasters regardless of income.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the economic aspects of disaster impacts.

5. 5.

   Given a case study of a low-income country impacted by a flood, analyze the factors that exacerbate the vulnerability of its population.

   Hint

   Examine the social and economic structures in place.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of current disaster management frameworks in high-income versus low-income countries.

   Hint

   Look at the resources allocated for disaster response.