1.8.C Parks model

Question 1

what does the curve show?

Answer 1

a dip at the disaster, then a gradual rise as relief and recovery efforts take effect.

Question 2

pre disaster

Answer 2

Normal life before the event

Question 3

disaster impact

Answer 3

Sudden drop due to the event (e.g., earthquake, tsunami).

Question 4

relief phase

Answer 4

Immediate emergency aid and rescue efforts.

Question 5

recovery phase

Answer 5

Gradual rebuilding of infrastructure, economy, and social life.

Question 6

rehabilitation phase

Answer 6

Life returns to a new normal, sometimes improved or sometimes permanently altered.

Question 7

impact of disaster for ACs

Answer 7

less severe

Question 8

impact of disaster LIC

Answer 8

Very severe

Question 9

relief speed ACs

Answer 9

fast and effective

Question 10

relief speed LICs

Answer 10

slow and limited

Question 11

recovery rate ACs

Answer 11

rapid

Question 12

recovery rate LICs

Answer 12

slow

Question 13

rehabilitation of ACs

Answer 13

near or above pre disaster levels

Question 14

rehabilitation of LICs

Answer 14

below pre disaster levels

Question 15

example of LIC

Answer 15

hati 2010

Question 16

hati 2010 rehabilitation

Answer 16

Even a decade later, many Haitians still live in temporary or substandard housing, and economic and social systems have not returned to pre-2010 levels. GDP growth has been slow, and basic services remain limited in many areas.

Question 17

recovery of hati

Answer 17

Limited government capacity
Dependence on foreign aid
Cholera outbreaks from contaminated water

Question 18

disaster impact of hati

Answer 18

The 7.0 magnitude earthquake in January 2010 devastated Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Over 200,000 people died, and over 1 million were displaced. Infrastructure, homes, schools, hospitals, and government buildings were destroyed.

Question 19

relief of hati

Answer 19

international aid
slow

Question 20

ac example

Answer 20

japan 2011

Question 21

disaster impact of japan

Answer 21

9.0 earthquake
drop in quality of life, deaths, injuries, property damage, and the Fukushima nuclear crisis.

Question 22

relief of japan

Answer 22

quick and efficient
Countries like the U.S., U.K., and others sent rescue teams, medical supplies, and relief goods.
The Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) were immediately deployed to rescue people trapped in debris and flooded areas. They used helicopters, boats, and specialised equipment.

Question 23

japan recovery

Answer 23

Rapid reconstruction of homes, infrastructure, and industry, supported by strong technology, planning, and resources.

Question 24

japan rehabilitation

Answer 24

Normal life largely returned within 1–2 years in most affected areas, with some long-term adjustments near Fukushima due to radiation concerns.