Practice Coping Strategies Identified (1.3) - Coping Strategies of Urban Poor in Dhaka

Practice: Coping Strategies Identified

Lesson 1.3Coping Strategies of Urban Poor in Dhaka

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Question 1.
What is one simple coping strategy used by urban households in Dhaka to manage flooding?
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Think about how they physically modify their living spaces.
Question 2.
Why does community cleaning of drainage systems help in flood management?
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Consider the importance of teamwork in this effort.
3Question 3.
What coping strategy involves raising the foundation height of homes in flood-prone areas?
- Increasing drainage
- Raising plinth height
- Building levees
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Think about how homes in Dhaka are modified for flood protection.
4Question 4.
True or False: Social networks provide assistance during climate-related disasters.
- True
- False
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Recall how community support can make a difference.
Question 5.
Develop a comprehensive plan that combines both traditional and innovative coping strategies for urban poor communities in Dhaka to better cope with flooding.
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Think about the various tools and methods covered and how they can work together.
Question 6.
Analyze the long-term implications of relying solely on technological solutions for climate adaptation, such as floating houses, versus community-based approaches.
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Weigh the pros and cons of technology against community empowerment.

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