Question 1

Since 1988,federal policy has shifted to emphasize:

Accepted Answer

A)  the precautionary principle. 
B)  property rights. 
C)  reverse condemnation. 
D)  mitigation. 
E)  willful ignorance. 
A)  the precautionary principle. 
B)  property rights. 
C)  reverse condemnation. 
D)  mitigation. 
E)  willful ignorance. D

Question 2

What are natural hazards? Give examples.

Accepted Answer

That spectacular sea-cliff view of the ocean,that place on a beautiful sandy beach,that tranquil site at the edge of a scenic stream-these attractive spots are also prime locations for natural hazards that endanger our houses and perhaps our lives.As the people of industrialized countries became more affluent,and as free time and efficient transportation became widely available,we began making choices based on leisure,recreation,and aesthetics.We built homes close to streams,on the edges of sea cliffs,on offshore barrier islands,and in the "shelter" and view of spectacular cliffs and majestic volcanoes.

Question 3

How are environmental disasters amplified for people in impoverished countries or areas? Use specific examples if you can.

Accepted Answer

Central America and southeastern Asia-millions of people lack the resources to choose to live in ecologically safe areas.Guatemala and Nicaragua-corporate farms control the fertile valley bottoms,leaving peasants to work in the fields or find their own shelter on hillsides.Those who can't find work migrate to urban areas and are still relegated to living in surrounding hills.Earthquake in Sumatra-poor people live on low-lying coasts in poorly built homes on beaches at the edge of normal high tide.

Question 4

Why are environmentalism ground rules for the poor different than the "well-off"?

Accepted Answer

A)  They do not live in vulnerable areas by choice. 
B)  They have chosen to move to vulnerable areas for aesthetics. 
C)  Small farms control fertile valley bottoms. 
D)  They find steep hillsides more desirable and beneficial. 
E)  Natural disasters impact poorer countries more frequently. 
A)  They do not live in vulnerable areas by choice. 
B)  They have chosen to move to vulnerable areas for aesthetics. 
C)  Small farms control fertile valley bottoms. 
D)  They find steep hillsides more desirable and beneficial. 
E)  Natural disasters impact poorer countries more frequently.

Question 5

Give reasons why major projects to protect property in environmentally vulnerable locations should be stopped.

Accepted Answer

Most of the public favor anti-taxation o

Question 6

Which of the following is the best answer for a "hard" solution?

Accepted Answer

A)  installing catchment basins below debris-flow channels 
B)  willful ignorance 
C)  Installing concrete barriers and riprap along coasts 
D)  levees on rivers 
E)  all except willful ignorance 
A)  installing catchment basins below debris-flow channels 
B)  willful ignorance 
C)  Installing concrete barriers and riprap along coasts 
D)  levees on rivers 
E)  all except willful ignorance

Question 7

How does the prospect of climate change add another dimension to the problem of natural disasters? Describe the effects of climate change on the global community.

Accepted Answer

The prospect of climate change adds an a

Question 8

Property rights advocates feel homeowners should:

Accepted Answer

A)  be able to do whatever they like with their property. 
B)  purchase insurance in the event of a disaster. 
C)  hire a geologist to survey their property before building. 
D)  be able to blame the real estate agent if their property is damaged. 
E)  exercise caution when purchasing property. 
A)  be able to do whatever they like with their property. 
B)  purchase insurance in the event of a disaster. 
C)  hire a geologist to survey their property before building. 
D)  be able to blame the real estate agent if their property is damaged. 
E)  exercise caution when purchasing property.

Question 9

As a result of climate change,the number of Category 4 and 5 hurricanes has increased by how much worldwide since 1990?

Accepted Answer

A)  doubled 
B)  decreased by fifty percent 
C)  tripled 
D)  stayed the same 
E)  decreased by ten percent 
A)  doubled 
B)  decreased by fifty percent 
C)  tripled 
D)  stayed the same 
E)  decreased by ten percent

Question 10

What was the magnitude of the 2010 Haiti earthquake?

Accepted Answer

A)  7.5 
B)  8 
C)  6 
D)  6.5 
E)  7 
A)  7.5 
B)  8 
C)  6 
D)  6.5 
E)  7

Question 11

What effect will global warming have on natural disasters?

Accepted Answer

Global temperatures are rising.Generatio

Question 12

In your own words,what is the underlying problem associated with hazard assessment and mitigation? How have we failed to prevent these disasters and to eliminate their destructive effects? What can be done in the future?

Accepted Answer

The underlying problem is that we believ

Question 13

Who needs to be educated on natural disasters? When should they be educated? Why is education about these issues important?

Accepted Answer

Clearly,we need to educate people at all

Question 14

For poor countries,the reduction of vulnerability to natural hazards depends on:

Accepted Answer

A)  strengthening zoning restrictions. 
B)  improving warning systems. 
C)  education. 
D)  cultural, economic, and political factors. 
E)  willful ignorance. 
A)  strengthening zoning restrictions. 
B)  improving warning systems. 
C)  education. 
D)  cultural, economic, and political factors. 
E)  willful ignorance.

Question 15

List some methods of mitigation which help in reducing losses from natural disasters.

Accepted Answer

Land-use regulations

Question 16

By doing more to live with and accommodate nature's variable behavior,we could:

Accepted Answer

A)  increase the number of hurricanes. 
B)  decrease the economic disparity between affluent and poorer nations. 
C)  enhance property rights. 
D)  reduce the number of disasters or hazards that affect us. 
E)  control major events like natural disasters. 
A)  increase the number of hurricanes. 
B)  decrease the economic disparity between affluent and poorer nations. 
C)  enhance property rights. 
D)  reduce the number of disasters or hazards that affect us. 
E)  control major events like natural disasters.

Question 17

Describe and discuss three persistent problems associated with natural hazards and possible solutions to mitigate these disasters and their effects.

Accepted Answer

(1)We need to adapt to nature rather tha

Question 18

Explain a situation in which people are aware of natural hazards but are willing to live with the physical and financial consequences.

Accepted Answer

In areas prone to earthquakes,people pay

Question 19

The warming of the Atlantic sea surface since 1995 has increased:

Accepted Answer

A)  tsunamis. 
B)  hurricane activity. 
C)  tornadoes. 
D)  earthquakes. 
E)  costal erosion. 
A)  tsunamis. 
B)  hurricane activity. 
C)  tornadoes. 
D)  earthquakes. 
E)  costal erosion.

Question 20

Population increase is susceptible to a cruel feedback loop that:

Accepted Answer

A)  increases population to sustainable levels. 
B)  causes natural disasters. 
C)  reduces population to sustainable levels. 
D)  will be controlled by the government. 
E)  restricts the number of children born. 
A)  increases population to sustainable levels. 
B)  causes natural disasters. 
C)  reduces population to sustainable levels. 
D)  will be controlled by the government. 
E)  restricts the number of children born.

Since 1988,federal policy has shifted to emphasize:

What are natural hazards? Give examples.

How are environmental disasters amplified for people in impoverished countries or areas? Use specific examples if you can.

Why are environmentalism ground rules for the poor different than the "well-off"?

Give reasons why major projects to protect property in environmentally vulnerable locations should be stopped.

Which of the following is the best answer for a "hard" solution?

How does the prospect of climate change add another dimension to the problem of natural disasters? Describe the effects of climate change on the global community.

Property rights advocates feel homeowners should:

As a result of climate change,the number of Category 4 and 5 hurricanes has increased by how much worldwide since 1990?

What was the magnitude of the 2010 Haiti earthquake?

What effect will global warming have on natural disasters?

In your own words,what is the underlying problem associated with hazard assessment and mitigation? How have we failed to prevent these disasters and to eliminate their destructive effects? What can be done in the future?

Who needs to be educated on natural disasters? When should they be educated? Why is education about these issues important?

For poor countries,the reduction of vulnerability to natural hazards depends on:

List some methods of mitigation which help in reducing losses from natural disasters.

By doing more to live with and accommodate nature's variable behavior,we could:

Describe and discuss three persistent problems associated with natural hazards and possible solutions to mitigate these disasters and their effects.

Explain a situation in which people are aware of natural hazards but are willing to live with the physical and financial consequences.

The warming of the Atlantic sea surface since 1995 has increased:

Population increase is susceptible to a cruel feedback loop that:

Natural Hazards and Disasters

Plate Tectonics and Physical Hazards

Earthquakes and Their Causes

Earthquake Prediction and Mitigation

Tsunami

Volcanoes: Tectonic Environments and Eruptions

Volcanoes: Hazards and Mitigation

Landslides and Other Downslope Movements

Sinkholes, Land Subsidence, and Swelling Soils

Weather, Thunderstorms, And Tornadoes

Climate Change

Streams And Flood Processes

Floods And Human Interactions

Waves,Beaches,And Coastal Erosion

Hurricanes and Nor’easters

Wildfires

Impact of Asteroids and Comets

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Exam 18: The Future: Where Do We Go From Here?

Since 1988,federal policy has shifted to emphasize:

What are natural hazards? Give examples.

How are environmental disasters amplified for people in impoverished countries or areas? Use specific examples if you can.

Why are environmentalism ground rules for the poor different than the "well-off"?

Give reasons why major projects to protect property in environmentally vulnerable locations should be stopped.

Which of the following is the best answer for a "hard" solution?

How does the prospect of climate change add another dimension to the problem of natural disasters? Describe the effects of climate change on the global community.

Property rights advocates feel homeowners should:

As a result of climate change,the number of Category 4 and 5 hurricanes has increased by how much worldwide since 1990?

What was the magnitude of the 2010 Haiti earthquake?

What effect will global warming have on natural disasters?

In your own words,what is the underlying problem associated with hazard assessment and mitigation? How have we failed to prevent these disasters and to eliminate their destructive effects? What can be done in the future?

Who needs to be educated on natural disasters? When should they be educated? Why is education about these issues important?

For poor countries,the reduction of vulnerability to natural hazards depends on:

List some methods of mitigation which help in reducing losses from natural disasters.

By doing more to live with and accommodate nature's variable behavior,we could:

Describe and discuss three persistent problems associated with natural hazards and possible solutions to mitigate these disasters and their effects.

Explain a situation in which people are aware of natural hazards but are willing to live with the physical and financial consequences.

The warming of the Atlantic sea surface since 1995 has increased:

Population increase is susceptible to a cruel feedback loop that:

Natural Hazards and Disasters

Plate Tectonics and Physical Hazards

Earthquakes and Their Causes

Earthquake Prediction and Mitigation

Tsunami

Volcanoes: Tectonic Environments and Eruptions

Volcanoes: Hazards and Mitigation

Landslides and Other Downslope Movements

Sinkholes, Land Subsidence, and Swelling Soils

Weather, Thunderstorms, And Tornadoes

Climate Change

Streams And Flood Processes

Floods And Human Interactions

Waves,Beaches,And Coastal Erosion

Hurricanes and Nor’easters

Wildfires

Impact of Asteroids and Comets

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