2. Assessments

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does DRR stand for?

   Hint

   Think about strategies to mitigate disaster risks.

2. 2.

   Name one of the two main approaches to DRR discussed.

   Hint

   One focuses on where to build, the other on how buildings are constructed.

3. 3.

   What is the main goal of the Global Assessment Report?

   • To promote disaster risk reduction strategies
   • To provide economic growth projections
   • To outline waste management protocols

   Hint

   Think about the main topic of the report.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Location Approach of DRR focuses solely on design principles.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Distinguish between the two approaches discussed.

5. 5.

   Design a disaster risk reduction plan for a hypothetical coastal city prone to flooding. Identify the location and design strategies you would implement.

   Hint

   Consider both where buildings should go and how they should be designed.

6. 6.

   Critically evaluate the effectiveness of informal settlement upgrading in disaster-prone areas. Provide your findings based on examples discussed in class.

   Hint

   Reflect on the balance between immediate upgrades and long-term strategies.