Quiz on Poverty (p.131)

What is the definition of absolute poverty?

• Having limited access to schooling

• Being poor in comparison to others

• Not having the means to meet basic needs

• Experiencing prejudice based on race or gender

Which type of poverty refers to people being poor in comparison to others in a particular society?

• Relative poverty

• Educational poverty

• Economic poverty

• Social & political poverty

What is the main characteristic of relative poverty?

• Not having access to proper health facilities

• Isolation or exclusion from society

• Lack of money to buy essential items

• Limited access to schooling

What is a common form of poverty that exists throughout the world?

• Educational poverty

• Economic poverty

• Social & political poverty

• Health poverty

Which type of poverty occurs when people do not have access to proper health facilities?

• Safety & security poverty

• Health poverty

• Economic poverty

• Educational poverty

What is the severity of relative poverty reduced by?

• Social inequality

• Actions and policies of governments

• Access to resources

• Disadvantages due to factors outside of control

Which type of poverty occurs when people do not feel safe?

• Economic poverty

• Health poverty

• Safety & security poverty

• Educational poverty

What is the main characteristic of social & political poverty?

• Limited access to schooling

• Not having access to proper health

• Lack of money to buy essential items

• Isolation or exclusion from society

Which type of poverty refers to a lack of money to buy essential items?

• Health poverty

• Social & political poverty

• Educational poverty

• Economic poverty

What is the worst type of poverty also referred to as extreme poverty?

• Educational poverty

• Economic poverty

• Social & political poverty

• Absolute poverty