Understanding Poverty and Its Causes

Understanding Poverty and Its Causes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

5th - 6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video discusses the global issue of poverty, highlighting that it affects people worldwide, even in wealthy countries. It explores various causes of poverty, such as wars, poor government decisions, lack of education, and natural disasters. The video emphasizes the importance of taking action to combat poverty, suggesting ways to help, including donations and volunteering. It encourages viewers to contribute to making the world a fairer place.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between poverty and simply not being able to afford something you want?

Poverty is only found in poor countries.

Poverty is about not having any money at all.

Poverty is a temporary situation.

Poverty is about lacking basic needs, not just wants.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a cause of poverty?

Wars

Lack of education

Natural disasters

Overpopulation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can wars contribute to poverty?

By providing more resources

By improving government policies

By forcing families to leave their homes

By increasing job opportunities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might children who cannot attend school be at a higher risk of poverty?

They have more time to work

They lack the skills needed for jobs

They can start businesses earlier

They receive more government support

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one consequence of droughts mentioned in the video?

More job opportunities

Better health conditions

Increased rainfall

Crops failing to grow

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can food scarcity lead to further poverty?

By increasing wealth

By providing more jobs

By causing diseases

By improving education

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way individuals can help combat poverty?

By moving to another country

By donating items and volunteering

By ignoring the problem

By investing in stocks

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is taking action important in the fight against poverty?

It eliminates all poverty instantly

It reduces government responsibilities

It increases personal wealth

It helps make the world a fairer place