Hunger Crisis Growing Very Rapidly: Brookings Institution

The video discusses the growing global hunger crisis, exacerbated by COVID-19 and conflict, affecting millions. It highlights the need for immediate solutions like financial aid and food availability, while also addressing long-term food insecurity issues. The importance of global solidarity and humanitarian efforts is emphasized, alongside the role of political and economic policies in tackling hunger.

What is one of the main reasons for the increase in acute hunger as discussed in the first section?

• Natural disasters

• COVID-19 restrictions

• Economic growth

• Technological advancements

What are the two key requirements to alleviate famine according to the second section?

• Military intervention and political reform

• Financial aid and food availability

• Increased agricultural production and technology

• Education and healthcare improvements

What is the role of international trade in addressing famine as per the second section?

• It causes food shortages

• It increases the cost of food

• It helps replenish depleting food stocks

• It is irrelevant to famine relief

How has COVID-19 impacted food insecurity as mentioned in the third section?

• It has worsened food insecurity due to falling rural incomes

• It has led to a surplus of food supplies

• It has improved food distribution systems

• It has reduced the number of people facing hunger

According to the third section, what is a long-term issue related to food insecurity?

• Temporary food shortages

• Overproduction of food

• Seasonal hunger

• Chronic malnutrition and stunting

What is a significant factor contributing to food insecurity as discussed in the fourth section?

• Overpopulation

• Political systems and economic policies

• Climate change

• Lack of technological innovation

What is a common misconception about famine mentioned in the fourth section?

• It only occurs in democratic countries

• It is solely caused by natural disasters

• It cannot happen in democracies

• It is easily resolved with technology