CLEAN : Five million children risk famine in war torn Yemen

CLEAN : Five million children risk famine in war torn Yemen

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Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the severe famine risk in Yemen, where 8.4 million people, including many children, are on the brink of starvation. Damage to ports or disruption of food supplies could worsen malnutrition. Food prices have surged, exacerbated by the devaluation of the Yemeni rial, reducing purchasing power. Many families have lost savings and income due to unpaid salaries. It is crucial to keep ports and supply routes open to ensure the delivery of food, fuel, and medical supplies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated number of people on the brink of famine in Yemen?

4 million

6 million

8.4 million

10 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen if the port in Yemen is damaged or food supplies are cut off?

An increase in employment rates

Improved economic conditions

A million more children at risk of malnutrition

A decrease in food prices

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By how much have food prices increased in some places since 2015?

50%

100%

25%

68%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the devaluation of the Yemeni rial affected the most?

Purchasing power of food

Tourism industry

Export rates

Healthcare services

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it crucial to keep the ports open in Yemen?

To increase tourism

To boost the local entertainment industry

To ensure the delivery of essential supplies

To allow the import of luxury goods