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Understanding the Cost of Living Crisis in the UK

Total questions: 1

Worksheet time: 36mins

Name
Class
Date

1-15.

Answer the questions below after watching the video

1.

What is the main reason for the rising cost of living mentioned in the video?

a)

Increased entertainment expenses

b)

Higher education costs

c)

Rising energy and food prices

d)

Decreased taxation

2.

How much does Daniel spend on fuel for commuting weekly?

a)

About 72 pounds

b)

About 54 pounds

c)

About 36 pounds

d)

About 18 pounds

3.

How does Emma's family adjust their food habits due to financial constraints?

a)

By eating only branded foods

b)

Skipping meals to feed the children

c)

Increasing their food budget

d)

Dining out frequently

4.

What type of meals does Emma's family often skip?

a)

Breakfast and dinner

b)

None, they eat all meals

c)

Lunch and dinner

d)

Breakfast and lunch

5.

What emotional impact does the financial struggle have on Rebecca?

a)

She feels relieved

b)

It has no impact on her

c)

She experiences stress and sadness

d)

She feels overly joyful

6.

What does Rebecca do to ensure her children can eat?

a)

Works additional jobs

b)

Skips her own meals

c)

Buys only organic food

d)

Sends them to relatives

7.

What economic factor is highlighted as a cause for the cost of living increase?

a)

Decreased unemployment

b)

Higher inflation rates

c)

Increased international trade

d)

Lower interest rates

8.

What is the predicted increase in energy bills from the regulator's announcement?

a)

Between 600 and 700 pounds

b)

Between 500 and 600 pounds

c)

Between 300 and 400 pounds

d)

Between 100 and 200 pounds

9.

How does the community attempt to alleviate the crisis?

a)

Increasing local taxes

b)

Reducing public transportation costs

c)

By organizing luxury events

d)

Through food donations and sharing

10.

How does Abdul contribute to helping those in need?

a)

By providing free legal advice

b)

By delivering free food boxes

c)

By offering free medical check-ups

d)

By teaching free classes

11.

What external event had an impact on the economic situation in the UK?

a)

An increase in technology use

b)

A local festival

c)

A decrease in tourism

d)

The war in Ukraine

12.

What impact did the conflict in Ukraine have on UK's economy?

a)

It lowers food prices

b)

It boosts technology exports

c)

It increases fuel prices

d)

It enhances tourism

13.

What measure has the government taken to address the energy crisis?

a)

Offering rebates and loans

b)

Lowering educational fees

c)

Banning the use of cars

d)

Increasing public holidays

14.

What is the new monthly cost for Emma's family's energy bill?

a)

150 pounds

b)

240 pounds

c)

75 pounds

d)

350 pounds

15.

What does the government offer to help families with energy costs?

a)

Coupons for groceries

b)

Rebates and loans totaling 350 pounds

c)

Free public transportation

d)

Tax exemption for a year