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The video discusses global poverty, defining it as a lack of basic needs and highlighting its causes, such as inequality and systemic issues. It explores the impact of poverty on society and the economy, emphasizing the need for solutions. Proposals include creating jobs, increasing GDP, and providing universal wages. The video suggests that poverty is a multifaceted problem requiring diverse solutions, aiming for a more equitable wealth distribution.

What percentage of the world's population lives in poverty according to the introduction?

• 6%

• 16%

• 20%

• 10%

According to the World Bank, what daily income defines extreme poverty?

• $1.9

• $3.5

• $7.4

• $5.0

What is a 'poverty trap' as discussed in the section on causes of poverty?

• A government policy to help the poor

• A cycle of events that makes escaping poverty difficult

• A financial strategy for the wealthy

• A situation where people choose to remain poor

What did Margaret Thatcher believe about poverty?

• It is a natural phenomenon

• It is caused by lack of education

• It is a personality defect

• It is a result of economic policies

What is the estimated annual cost of child poverty in the United States?

• $1 trillion

• $500 billion

• $250 billion

• $750 billion

How does inequality contribute to poverty according to the video?

• By reducing access to education

• By increasing job opportunities

• By creating a gap in income distribution

• By promoting economic growth

What is one of the United Nations' proposals to combat poverty?

• Increase military spending

• Create more jobs

• Reduce taxes for the wealthy

• Promote luxury goods

What was the outcome of the Mincome experiment in Canada?

• Increased unemployment

• Improved mental health and school performance

• Higher crime rates

• Decreased economic productivity

What is one proposed method to help the poor become more independent?

• Increasing their taxes

• Equipping them with means of production

• Providing luxury goods

• Reducing their access to education

What shape does the video suggest society should aim for in terms of wealth distribution?

• Circle

• Pyramid

• Diamond

• Square