Sec 2 Chapter 8 Housing

Who typically builds formal housing?

• Government or private developers

• Local community groups

• Individual residents

• Non-profit organizations

What is a key characteristic of informal housing construction?

• Usually planned

• Built in an unplanned manner

• Constructed by professional builders

• Built with high-quality materials

What is a common issue with informal housing regarding land use?

• Residents have full ownership

• Residents have no legal right to use the land

• Residents have partial ownership

• Residents can lease the land

Which of the following is a basic service accessible in formal housing?

• Illegal electricity connections

• Running water through distribution pipes

• Water from nearby rivers

• None of the above

What risk is associated with informal housing's lack of basic services?

• Increased property value

• Risk of electrocution

• Improved sanitation

• Better access to clean water

Which material is commonly used in informal housing construction?

• Concrete

• Metal

• Cardboard

• Hardwood

What is a benefit of using high-quality building materials in formal housing?

• Short lifespan

• Minimal maintenance

• Frequent repairs

• High flammability

What is a potential danger of informal housing due to its construction materials?

• High resistance to fire

• Houses may catch fire easily

• Improved safety standards

• Enhanced structural integrity

What is a common problem with sanitation in informal housing?

• Proper waste disposal

• Spread of waterborne diseases

• Advanced sewage systems

• Clean water access

What is a benefit of formal housing in terms of weather resistance?

• Poor weather resistance

• Withstands extremes of weather

• Easily damaged by climate

• Requires frequent repairs