Decade of Drought Review

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Severe

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very harsh

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What is the impact of drought on farmers?

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Farmers likely lost money when their crops died.

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Occur

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to happen

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What happens when resources are scarce?

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the price of the resources goes up

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In which country did 50,000-250,000 people die from a famine?

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Eastern Africa

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Drought

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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

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Famine

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A severe shortage of food resulting in widespread hunger.

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Scarcity

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A situation in which resources are limited compared to the demand for them.

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Economic Impact of Drought

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Drought can lead to increased prices for food and other resources due to scarcity.

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Agricultural Losses

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Drought can cause significant losses in crop yields, affecting food supply.