What is a common misconception about famines?
Drought and Famine: Crash Course World History

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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They are a result of overpopulation.
They are always caused by natural disasters.
They are primarily due to lack of technology.
They are caused by excessive rainfall.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to Amartya Sen, what is the main issue leading to starvation?
Lack of food production
Inaccessibility to available food
Overpopulation
Poor weather conditions
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which historical event is an example of a man-made famine?
The Black Death in Europe
The Irish Potato Famine
The Dust Bowl in the USA
The Great Leap Forward in China
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does El Nino affect regions in the Global South?
It stabilizes weather patterns.
It leads to excessive rainfall.
It causes weak monsoons and droughts.
It increases agricultural productivity.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant consequence of British colonial policies in India?
Widespread famine
Technological advancement
Improved living standards
Increased food production
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the impact of railroads during the Indian famine?
They were used to transport raw materials.
They reduced the severity of the famine.
They helped distribute food effectively.
They were not built during the famine.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What ideology did Victorian Britains use to justify their famine policies?
Capitalism
Malthusian theory
Communism
Socialism
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