MCQs on Poverty for JSS1 Students

What is poverty?

• Having a lot of money

• The state of being unable to meet basic needs

• Owning a house

• Being happy and content

Which of the following is a common cause of poverty?

• Education

• Unemployment

• Wealth distribution

• Both B and C

What does "absolute poverty" mean?

• When people are not happy with their income

• When people cannot afford basic necessities like food and shelter

• When people have some money but still struggle

• When people are wealthy

Which group of people is often most affected by poverty?

• The elderly

• Children

• Single parents

• All of the above

How can education help reduce poverty?

• By increasing knowledge and skills

• By making people rich immediately

• By providing free food

• By eliminating all jobs

Which organization is known for its work in fighting poverty worldwide?

• UNICEF

• NASA

• FIFA

• NBA

What is a common effect of poverty on health?

• Improved health

• Access to better hospitals

• Higher rates of illness and malnutrition

• None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a way to help reduce poverty?

• Supporting local businesses

• Educating the community

• Ignoring the poor

• Providing job training

What is “relative poverty”?

• Poverty measured by the lack of basic needs

• Poverty compared to the average standard of living in a society

• Poverty that affects only one person

• Poverty that is always temporary

Which of these is a government action that can help alleviate poverty?

• Increasing taxes on the poor

• Providing social welfare programs

• Reducing access to education

• Cutting healthcare funding