South Sudan faces growing food crisis as millions go hungry

South Sudan faces growing food crisis as millions go hungry

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Social Studies, Other

11th Grade - University

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The video highlights the severe malnutrition crisis in South Sudan, exacerbated by ongoing conflict, climate change, and global economic pressures. It showcases the struggles of families and children facing food scarcity and the impact of these challenges on their health and education. The video also discusses the role of international aid and the urgent need for more support to address the humanitarian crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of Esther, the two-year-old child mentioned in the video?

20 pounds

25 pounds

15 pounds

11 pounds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge faced by the World Food Program in South Sudan?

Political interference

Excess food supplies

Insufficient funding

Lack of volunteers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has climate change affected agriculture in South Sudan?

Increased crop yields

More predictable weather

Erratic weather patterns

Improved irrigation systems

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic factor has worsened the situation in South Sudan?

Rise in tourism

Increase in local manufacturing

War in Ukraine

Decrease in global oil prices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy does Jane Kiden use to cope with food scarcity?

Relying solely on aid

Moving to a refugee camp

Growing her own food

Tending a community garden

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Jane Kiden had to pull her children out of school?

Lack of interest in education

High tuition costs

School closures

Distance from home

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome if the protein-rich paste for malnourished children runs out?

Children will remain healthy

Children will be unaffected

Children will gain weight

Children will revert to malnourished states