The 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the 2015 earthquake in Nepal are examples of disasters. In what ways did humans exacerbate the consequences of these natural disasters? What sorts of negative long-term consequences can be expected from disasters like these?

What will be an ideal response?


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Based on British social theorist Herbert Spencer's theory, __________ is the belief that those species of animals, including human beings, that are the most adapted to their environment will survive and prosper, whereas those that are poorly adapted will eventually die out

a. social Darwinism b. social eugenics c. social statics and dynamics d. social relativism

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Which of these is likely to be a felony?

A. rape B. shoplifting C. trespassing D. a traffic violation

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The basic lesson of the declines in mortality over time from one country to another is that

a. a high standard of living is required to bring down the death rate. b. curing disease is more important than preventing disease. c. the larger the country, the easier it is to reduce mortality. d. there are many routes to low mortality.

Sociology