Poverty - Social Issues (Practice)

What is the definition of poverty?

• a) A temporary lack of resources

• b) The state of having insufficient income to meet basic needs

• c) Living without luxuries

• d) The inability to save money

What is the difference between absolute poverty and relative poverty?

• a) Absolute poverty is about living without luxuries; relative poverty is about lack of basic needs.

• b) Absolute poverty applies to wealthy countries; relative poverty applies to poor countries.

• c) Absolute poverty refers to lack of resources for survival, while relative poverty refers to living standards compared to others in society.

• d) Absolute poverty and relative poverty mean the same thing.

How does lack of education contribute to poverty?

Name three factors that contribute to poverty worldwide.

• a) Access to education, global trade, healthcare

• b) Natural disasters, unemployment, lack of education

• c) Urbanization, technology, cultural diversity

• d) Political stability, free education, economic growth

What role does unemployment play in poverty?

What are some common consequences of poverty on health?

• a) Increased access to healthcare

• b) Decreased life expectancy

• c) Improved nutrition and well-being

• d) Higher rates of chronic diseases and mental health issues

How can natural disasters lead to increased poverty?

How does education impact poverty levels?

• a) Higher education levels generally lead to lower poverty rates.

• b) Education has no effect on poverty levels.

• c) Education increases poverty by creating more competition.

• d) Education only benefits the wealthy.

How does systemic inequality contribute to poverty?

What role do government policies play in addressing poverty? d) They are only effective in developed countries.

• a) They have no significant impact on poverty.

• b) Government policies only increase poverty.

• c) Government policies can help reduce poverty through social programs and economic support.

• d) They are only effective in developed countries.