Question 1

Which of the following descriptions best defines food security?

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Food security is defined as reliable access to enough nutritious food at all times. Option A closely matches this definition. Option B specifies permanent access which may not always be possible or necessary. Option C only considers government inspection of food, but it doesn't necessarily guarantee availability or accessibility. Option D only addresses addressing hunger through charitable sources, but not the broader concept of food security.

Question 2

Why are women in developing countries being targeted as direct recipients of food relief?

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Question 3

Identify and describe the solutions to solving the world's environmental, poverty, and hunger problems.

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Question 4

How can people save money and protect the environment?

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Question 5

Chronic hunger in children may lead to which of the following consequences?

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Chronic hunger in children can lead to poor learning outcomes as the body and brain do not receive sufficient nutrients required for optimal growth and development. Thyroid disease, pernicious anemia, and hearing deficits may be caused by other factors and are not directly related to chronic hunger.

Question 6

Compare and contrast high-input and low-input agricultural techniques.

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Question 7

What is food recovery, and how does it help communities reduce hunger and improve nutrition?

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Question 8

Which of the following environmental conditions is contributing to loss of food-producing land?

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Soil erosion is the process where fertile soil is removed or destroyed. This leaves the land unable to grow crops leading to loss of food-producing land.

Question 9

When cooking food, what is the best way to keep food from sticking that is also a good choice from an environmental perspective?

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Using a pump oil sprayer is the best choice because it allows for controlled amounts of oil to be applied without the use of propellants or added chemicals. This is a more environmentally friendly option compared to canned cooking sprays, which contain propellants and often come in non-recyclable metal cans. Using shortening and a paper towel can also work, but it is less precise and can result in using too much shortening. Aluminum foil is not a good option because of the environmental impact of producing and disposing of it.

Question 10

What is the only way the world's food output can keep pace with the world's growing number of people?

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Increasing food output indefinitely is not sustainable in the long term. Population stabilization is crucial to ensure that future generations have access to adequate food supplies. Additionally, efforts can be made to improve efficiency in food production and distribution, reduce waste, and support sustainable agriculture practices.

Question 11

Which of the following groups is the first to suffer when crops fail or war and violence erupt in an already impoverished area?

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Question 12

Explain how poverty leads to overpopulation.

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Question 13

Discuss the concept of oral rehydration therapy (ORT).

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Question 14

Millions of people are chronically malnourished from a lack of food. Many more have food but lack which of the following nutrients?

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Iron, iodine, and vitamin A are among the most common micronutrient deficiencies worldwide. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, iodine deficiency can cause goiter and intellectual disabilities, and vitamin A deficiency can cause blindness and weaken the immune system. Lack of calcium and zinc can also be a problem, but they are not as widespread as the deficiencies listed in choice C. Sodium is not typically lacking in diets and excess consumption can contribute to health issues such as hypertension. Vitamin K deficiency is rare in healthy individuals.

Question 15

Explain what is meant by the term "sustainable."

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Question 16

What country has the lowest ecological footprint?

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Ethiopia has the lowest ecological footprint among the given choices because it has low levels of industrialization and electricity consumption, and its population relies on less resource-intensive lifestyles.

Question 17

What is the name of Canada's only national, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting child nutrition?

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Breakfast for Learning is Canada's only national, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting child nutrition. FoodShare is a non-profit organization in Toronto that focuses on food justice and sustainability. Meals for Learning and Feeding Kids are not specifically dedicated to child nutrition, and it is unclear if they are non-profit organizations.

Question 18

Who are the world's single best hope for a better tomorrow?

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Young people are the best hope for a better tomorrow because they have the potential to create positive change and bring new ideas to the table. As they become the leaders of tomorrow, their actions and decisions will shape the future of society.

Question 19

Explain the major cause of food poverty.

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Quiz 15: Hunger and the Global Environment