DP Geography Questionbank

Explain how two of the other factors (other than factor A) shown on the diagram affect vulnerability to hazards.

Discuss the view that human vulnerability to natural hazards (excluding river flooding) is greater in urban areas than in rural areas.

“Poorer communities are more vulnerable to the impacts of hazard events than richer communities.” Discuss this statement.

Discuss the reasons why some low-income countries may be more vulnerable than others to the effects of hazard events.

Examine the reasons why people continue to live in areas affected by frequent earthquake or volcanic activity.

Outline two factors that can influence the vulnerability of a community to the impacts of a tectonic hazard event.

Examine the importance of re-assessing risk and re-examining vulnerability following any major hazard event.