Practice Impact Of Improved Quincha Houses (2.4) - Lessons from Peru - Disaster Preparedness & Planning

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Question 1.
What materials are used in constructing quincha houses?
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Think about what helps them withstand earthquakes.
Question 2.
Why did they move away from adobe houses?
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Consider earthquake resistance.
3Question 3.
What is the primary material used in quincha construction?
- Concrete
- Bamboo
- Adobe
- Steel
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It’s a renewable resource found locally.
4Question 4.
True or False: Quincha houses cost more than conventional brick houses.
- True
- False
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Remember the cost comparison from the lessons.
Question 5.
How does the adoption of quincha houses reflect the ability to adapt to local resources during reconstruction after natural disasters?
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Consider both materials and skills available locally.
Question 6.
Evaluate the long-term impacts that quincha construction could have on Peru's agricultural landscape and economy.
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How does stability in housing influence agricultural expansion?

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