Oceanic Economic Development

What natural hazards are Pacific islands exposed to?

• Tornadoes and hailstorms

• Blizzards and ice storms

• Sandstorms and heatwaves

• Tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions

What does the rise in sea levels imply for the Pacific islands?

• Greater risk of flooding

• More stable weather patterns

• Decreased fishing opportunities

• Increased land area

How does climate change affect the Pacific islands according to the video?

• Decreases ocean acidity and lowers sea levels

• Increases extreme weather events and ocean acidity

• Leads to fewer cyclones and more stable weather patterns

• Reduces the overall temperature and rainfall variability

Which sectors are integrated with actions to address climate change and disaster risks?

• Technology, sports, and entertainment

• Health, education, and agriculture

• None of the above

• Finance, real estate, and marketing

What is the main purpose of integrating climate change and disaster risk management?

• To focus solely on economic benefits

• To reduce resource wastage and improve efficiency

• To comply with international laws without practical benefits

• To increase administrative complexity

What are the three main goals of the framework mentioned in the video?

• Increase exports, reduce imports, and stabilize the economy

• Manage risks, reduce carbon footprint, and improve disaster response

• Focus on urban development, reduce rural investments, and ignore environmental impacts

• Enhance tourism, improve fisheries, and develop infrastructure

What does the framework aim to improve in terms of disaster response?

• Frequency and intensity

• Speed and cost-effectiveness

• None of the above

• Geographical reach

What role does the private sector play according to the framework?

• It is not affected by the framework

• It solely funds the framework

• It helps decrease the cost of doing business

• It is excluded from the framework

What are some methods the island nations are using to adapt to life in the ocean?

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  Improved international trade

• Salt resistant crops and Root crops to survive disasters

• Nuclear Power Plants for a clean source of energy

• more efficient plane usage to lower carbon emissions

What is an adaptation measure for managing sea level rise?

• Reducing carbon emissions

• Constructing sea walls

• Banning plastic use

• Promoting carpooling