Global Food Crisis Quiz (The Economist)

What recent event has significantly worsened the global food crisis?

• The COVID-19 pandemic

• Climate change

• The war in Ukraine

• Economic recession

According to the video, how many people go to bed hungry every night?

• 400 million

• 600 million

• 800 million

• 1 billion

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to the food crisis?

• Bad harvests due to climate change

• Disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic

• Increased meat consumption

• Rising fuel and fertilizer costs

What percentage of its wheat does Tunisia usually import from Ukraine?

• 22%

• 32%

• 42%

• 52%

What potential consequence of the food crisis does the video warn about?

• Global economic collapse

• Mass migration

• Civil unrest and riots

• Widespread famine

What percentage of their income do households in sub-Saharan Africa spend on food, according to the video?

• Up to 20%

• Up to 30%

• Up to 40%

• Up to 50%

How many countries have implemented severe restrictions on food exports?

• 13

• 18

• 23

What action did India take in response to severe heat waves?

• Increased wheat imports

• Banned wheat exports

• Raised food prices

• Requested international aid

According to the video, what percentage of exports for key commodities like wheat, corn, and rice come from less than 10 countries?

• About 70%

• About 80%

• About 90%

• About 95%

What solution does the video suggest to help poorer countries afford food imports?

• Increasing domestic food production

• Implementing more export bans

• Providing low-interest loans through the IMF

• Enforcing price controls on food commodities