During the Winter of Starvation the people wait in line at shops and farms for food. People gather dead wood

The transcript describes a period of severe food shortages where shops were closed, and people faced long queues and made extensive journeys to find food. Desperate measures were taken, such as cutting down parks for warmth. City children suffered greatly during these times. After eight long months, the end of these hardships was finally in sight.

What was the primary reason for the long queues of people in the streets?

• To buy luxury goods

• To attend a festival

• To obtain the scarce food supplies

• To protest against the government

What drastic measure did people take to find warmth during the resource scarcity?

• They cut down parks and forests

• They built new homes

• They used solar panels

• They migrated to warmer regions

Which group was particularly affected by the harsh conditions described in the second section?

• Elderly people

• City children

• Farmers

• Government officials

How long did the period of hardship last before signs of improvement appeared?

• Twelve months

• Five months

• Three months

• Eight months

What was the eventual outcome after the prolonged period of hardship?

• The situation worsened

• The end of the difficult times was in sight

• The population decreased significantly

• A new government was formed