2.3. Chronological Aspects of Major Earthquakes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is self-help housing?

   Hint

   Think about how families contribute to housing after a disaster.

2. 2.

   What does the disaster law in Turkey emphasize?

   Hint

   Remember the law number we discussed!

3. 3.

   What was the magnitude of the 1999 Marmara earthquake?

   • 6.5
   • 7.4
   • 8.1

   Hint

   Think about the range of Richter scale magnitudes we learned.

4. 4.

   True or False: Eligibility criteria for disaster assistance exclude informal settlements.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the inclusivity of eligibility criteria discussed in class.

5. 5.

   Analyze the impact of past earthquakes in Turkey on its disaster policies. How could community involvement improve future recovery efforts?

   Hint

   Consider how different communities reacted to past quakes and what improvements can be made.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the trade-offs between self-help housing processes and mass housing initiatives in the wake of a disaster.

   Hint

   Think about the needs for speed versus community ties.