Haiti Earthquake and Reconstruction Challenges

Cathalene Alexi and her community live in fear of their building collapsing due to damage from Haiti's 2010 earthquake. Despite warnings, they cannot afford to move. Over 6,000 people in Port-au-Prince live in similar conditions. The government struggles to implement a reconstruction plan due to resource constraints and resistance from residents. An awareness campaign aims to prepare Haitians for future earthquakes, but many continue to build in vulnerable areas without following construction codes. Haiti's seismic activity is monitored, revealing over 100 movements in a year, indicating potential for a major earthquake.

What is the main reason Cathalene Alexi and her family continue to live in a dangerous building?

• They are unaware of the risks.

• They have been promised repairs.

• They believe the building is safe.

• They cannot afford to move elsewhere.

How many people are reported to be living in dangerous conditions in Haiti?

• Over 1,000

• Over 3,000

• Over 10,000

• Over 6,000

What is a major challenge in implementing the national reconstruction plan?

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient resources

• Political opposition

• Natural disasters

What is the purpose of the government's awareness campaign?

• To promote tourism

• To attract foreign investment

• To encourage safer rebuilding practices

• To increase tax revenue

Why are many Haitians not following construction codes?

• They are unaware of the codes.

• The codes are too expensive to follow.

• They lack the resources to comply.

• They believe the codes are unnecessary.

What natural feature makes Haiti particularly vulnerable to earthquakes?

• Its location on two active faults

• Its tropical climate

• Its proximity to the ocean

• Its mountainous terrain

How many seismic movements were recorded in Haiti in one year?

• Over 100

• Over 50

• Over 200

• Over 500

What is the potential magnitude of an earthquake in Haiti according to recent data?

• Magnitude 8

• Magnitude 6

• Magnitude 5

• Magnitude 7

Why are earthquakes difficult to predict?

• They are influenced by weather.

• They require complex technology.

• They are random natural events.

• They occur too frequently.

What is a major reason many Haitians are not prepared for another earthquake?

• Lack of government support

• Lack of resources

• Lack of interest

• Lack of awareness