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What is the main reason wood-framed homes are considered safer during earthquakes?

They are less likely to be hit by landslides.

They are less likely to collapse. (correct)

They are anchored better to the ground.

They have stronger foundations.

What other natural hazard is mentioned as a common occurrence in the area besides earthquakes?

Volcanic eruptions

Landslides (correct)

Hurricanes

Tornadoes

Why did some homes with slab foundations suffer extensive damage during the hurricane?

The frames were not properly attached to the foundation. (correct)

They lacked proper roofing.

They were built on steep hills.

The foundations were not strong enough.

What is the main concern raised about living in the area despite the safety of wood-framed homes?

Risk of landslides (A) Signup and view all the answers

What evidence is mentioned to show the extent of damage caused by Hurricane Katrina?

Three concrete steps leading up to nothing (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author mention that some homes lacked foundations other than a few blocks?

To highlight poor construction practices (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what way did homes with slab foundations differ in their susceptibility to damage during the hurricane?

Based on how well their frames were attached to the slabs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion does the author seem to draw about renting versus buying a home in the area?

Renting may be preferable due to natural hazard risks. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback mentioned about homes that lacked proper foundations?

They were more prone to collapse during natural disasters. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about the overall safety of homes in response to natural hazards like earthquakes and hurricanes?

Wood-framed homes generally provide better safety. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the main reason wood-framed homes are considered safer during earthquakes?

What other natural hazard is mentioned as a common occurrence in the area besides earthquakes?

Why did some homes with slab foundations suffer extensive damage during the hurricane?

What is the main concern raised about living in the area despite the safety of wood-framed homes?

What evidence is mentioned to show the extent of damage caused by Hurricane Katrina?

Why does the author mention that some homes lacked foundations other than a few blocks?

In what way did homes with slab foundations differ in their susceptibility to damage during the hurricane?

What conclusion does the author seem to draw about renting versus buying a home in the area?

What is a significant drawback mentioned about homes that lacked proper foundations?

What does the author imply about the overall safety of homes in response to natural hazards like earthquakes and hurricanes?

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What is the main reason wood-framed homes are considered safer during earthquakes?

What other natural hazard is mentioned as a common occurrence in the area besides earthquakes?

Why did some homes with slab foundations suffer extensive damage during the hurricane?

What is the main concern raised about living in the area despite the safety of wood-framed homes?

What evidence is mentioned to show the extent of damage caused by Hurricane Katrina?

Why does the author mention that some homes lacked foundations other than a few blocks?

In what way did homes with slab foundations differ in their susceptibility to damage during the hurricane?

What conclusion does the author seem to draw about renting versus buying a home in the area?

What is a significant drawback mentioned about homes that lacked proper foundations?

What does the author imply about the overall safety of homes in response to natural hazards like earthquakes and hurricanes?

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