Question

Why was the lack of preparedness of the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the Hurricane Katrina disaster so damaging for the George W. Bush administration? a. President Bush had vociferously denied that hurricanes of this size could ever reach the United States. b. The Bush administration had prided itself on its unique focus for homeland security. c. There was nothing unusual about this particular hurricane, but the city and state had not done anything to prepare the city’s population. d. As a native of Louisiana, he was expected to display particular care for New Orleans. e. President Bush had been the head of FEMA during his father’s presidency.

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

The Bush administration had prided itself on its unique focus for homeland security and combating terrorism, without adequate preparation for the disaster.