Egyptians march against hunger

Egyptians march against hunger

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Social Studies, Education

6th - 8th Grade

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The video discusses the hunger crisis in Cairo, highlighting recent riots over food prices. It explains that while Egypt can import food, poverty remains a significant issue, with 45% of Egyptians living on $2 a day. Many families can only afford one meal daily, affecting children's futures as they are forced to work. The UN and World Food Program are working to improve nutrition and education. The UN's global walk against hunger aims to raise awareness and funds, with $60 feeding a child in Egypt for a year.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent event in Cairo highlighted the issue of hunger?

A festival celebrating local cuisine

A marathon for charity

Riots over food prices

A protest against government policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Egyptians live on or below the poverty line?

30%

45%

60%

75%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one consequence of the financial situation faced by Egyptian families?

Higher education rates

Increased tourism

Improved healthcare

Child labor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization is working with the UN to improve children's nutrition in Egypt?

World Food Program

UNICEF

Red Cross

World Health Organization

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the UN's global walk against hunger?

To raise awareness and funds

To promote physical fitness

To protest against climate change

To celebrate cultural diversity