Nepal 2015 Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Nepal?
A
Asia
2
Q
What was the magnitude of the Nepal earthquake?
A
7.8
3
Q
Why did the Nepal earthquake happen?
A
destructive plate margin Indian and eurasian
4
Q
What were the primary effects of the Nepal earthquake?
A
- 9000 deaths
- 16000 injured
- building collapse
5
Q
What were the secondary impacts of the Nepal earthquake?
A
- 1 million homeless
- avalanche on mount everest (19 dead)
- blocked roads
6
Q
What were the immediate responses to the Nepal earthquake?
A
- temporary shelters from the red cross
- evacuation
7
Q
What were the long-term responses to the Nepal earthquake?
A
- rebuilding
- climbing permits at mount everest were extended
8
Q
What is Nepal?
A
LIC
9
Q
What role did wealth play in Nepal?
A
- building were poor
- poor emergency services
- reliant on aid
- relies on tourism income
