Practice Double Structure Of Vulnerability (1.1) - External Variables and Vulnerability

Practice: Double Structure of Vulnerability

Lesson 1.1External Variables and Vulnerability

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Question 1.
What are external variables that increase vulnerability?
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Think about events that are beyond personal control.
Question 2.
Define social capital.
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Consider what helps people to cooperate.
3Question 3.
What does the double structure of vulnerability encompass?
- Only external factors
- Only internal capacities
- External factors and internal capacities
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Think about what vulnerabilities consist of.
4Question 4.
True or False: Strong social capital has no effect on coping with vulnerabilities.
- True
- False
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Consider how relationships affect responses in tough times.
Question 5.
Analyze a case study of a community affected by a recent natural disaster. What internal factors would you identify as increasing their vulnerability?
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Consider all the social dynamics in the community.
Question 6.
Design a program that leverages the sustainable livelihood framework for a disaster-prone area. What key components would you include to enhance resilience?
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Think about how people can maintain their livelihoods sustainably.

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