Practice Definition Of Vulnerability (1.1) - Understanding Disaster and Vulnerability

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Question 1.
Define vulnerability in simple terms.
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Think about what makes people at risk.
Question 2.
What are some social factors that contribute to vulnerability?
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Consider different roles in society.
3Question 3.
What does vulnerability refer to in disaster management?
- Only environmental factors
- The condition that increases risk
- Insurance availability
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Think about what factors contribute to risk areas.
4Question 4.
True or False: Vulnerability is solely based on physical factors.
- True
- False
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Consider all the dimensions of vulnerability.
Question 5.
Evaluate the disaster vulnerability of a low-income neighborhood that is poorly constructed and lacks access to emergency resources.
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Consider both physical and economic factors.
Question 6.
Propose ways to enhance resilience in a diverse community facing higher risks of natural disasters.
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Think about social empowerment strategies.

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