MHW1 on Chapter 6: Managing Natural Hazards

Marks-10

1. Write the differences between Natural hazard and Natural disaster? [2]

2. The impact of some natural hazards is greater for those who live in urban areas than those who live in
rural areas. How far do you agree with this statement? [3]

3. 3. Look at the map of plate boundaries. What type of plate boundary is found between

i. North American and Pacific plate

ii. South American and African plate

iii. Australian and African plate [3]

4. Why do you think fewer people are killed by volcanic eruption than earthquake? [2]