Earthquakes: MEDC Response

The video discusses the magnitude 9 earthquake in Japan, highlighting its primary and secondary effects, including a devastating tsunami. It explains Japan's preparedness as a more economically developed country (MEDC) and its effective response and recovery efforts. The video concludes with insights on the importance of preparation and the challenges posed by such natural disasters.

What is a primary effect of an earthquake?

• Long-term economic recovery

• Destruction of buildings due to ground movement

• Aid donations from other countries

• Damage caused by a tsunami

How did Japan's status as an MEDC help in responding to the earthquake?

• It had infrastructure designed to withstand earthquakes

• It had no impact on the response

• It had advanced technology to predict earthquakes

• It had a large population to assist in recovery

What was a critical secondary effect of the earthquake in Japan?

• A drought

• A tsunami

• A volcanic eruption

• A hurricane

What immediate action did Japan take following the earthquake?

• Deployed international aid workers

• Conducted a nationwide earthquake drill

• Started rebuilding infrastructure

• Implemented emergency and evacuation procedures

How does Japan's wealth contribute to its earthquake preparedness?

• By enabling investment in monitoring technology

• By reducing the frequency of earthquakes

• By increasing the number of earthquakes

• By allowing it to ignore earthquake threats