1.3. Macro-Forces

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the pressure-release model?

   Hint

   Think of it as layers of pressure.

2. 2.

   Name one macro-force discussed in the section.

   Hint

   It's something large-scale that can cause problems in society.

3. 3.

   What does the pressure-release model explain?

   • How natural disasters occur
   • How root causes lead to vulnerability
   • The economic impact of disasters

   Hint

   Focus on the context of causes and effects.

4. 4.

   Is urbanization a macro-force?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how cities expanding influence safety.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the economic implications of climate change on developing nations and propose solutions through policy frameworks.

   Hint

   Consider global initiatives and how they can be adapted locally.

6. 6.

   Analyze how the Hyogo and Sendai frameworks complement each other in promoting disaster risk reduction.

   Hint

   Think of Hyogo as the base and Sendai as building upon it with practical applications.