2.1. Alto Mayo and 1990 Earthquake Impact

Try these first

1. 1.

   What was the magnitude of the Alto Mayo earthquakes?

   Hint

   Think about how devastating earthquakes are measured.

2. 2.

   How many homes were damaged or destroyed in the 1990 earthquake?

   Hint

   Consider the scale of the disaster.

3. 3.

   What is the primary focus of the 'Build Back Better' initiative?

   • Short-term relief efforts
   • Long-term reconstruction and resilience
   • Improving transportation infrastructure

   Hint

   Think about the long-term goals versus short-term actions.

4. 4.

   True or False: Quincha construction was developed exclusively for urban areas.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider where such construction methods might be most effective.

5. 5.

   Discuss the long-term socio-economic effects of the recovery initiatives in Alto Mayo. How did these initiatives transform the local community?

   Hint

   Consider aspects like employment, training, and resource management.

6. 6.

   Propose a research study to assess the effects of quincha construction on community resilience in future natural disasters. What parameters would you include?

   Hint

   Reflect on comparative analysis and data collection methods.