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Understanding Social Security Updates

Understanding Social Security Updates

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

FREE Resource

10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the primary groups affected by changes in Social Security?

Only survivors of deceased workers

Only people with disabilities

Retirees, people with disabilities, and survivors

Only retirees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) led by Elon Musk?

Cut down on government spending

Expand Social Security benefits

Privatize Social Security

Increase government spending

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of budget cuts to the Social Security Administration?

Increased benefits for all

Shorter wait times for claims

Longer wait times and more delays

More resources for beneficiaries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are lawmakers concerned about Doge accessing Social Security data?

It might compromise sensitive information

It will reduce fraud

It will improve data security

It could lead to increased benefits

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the projected year for the Social Security trust fund to run out if no changes are made?

2025

2030

2040

2033

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What claim did Elon Musk make about fraud in the Social Security system?

Fraud is only a minor issue

Fraud is minimal and under control

There is no fraud in the system

Over $100 billion could be going to people without valid identification

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential downside of eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits?

It will have no impact on the trust fund

It will mostly benefit lower-income retirees

It will increase the trust fund's lifespan

It could deplete the trust fund faster

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