Geography: Wellbeing and Human Needs

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What do geographers define as wellbeing?

The ability to earn a high income

The ability to travel around the world

The ability to access luxurious goods and services

The ability of people to access the things they need to live happy, healthy and contended lives (correct)

What are the primary requirements for wellbeing?

Ability to make friends, form relationships, and have hobbies

Good health, education, and wealth

Access to social media, smartphones, and internet

Freshwater, food supply, shelter, clothing, and safety (correct)

What is the main factor that determines our access to basic necessities of life?

Our social status and connections

Our degree of wealth and our ability to earn a living (correct)

Our physical health and fitness

Our level of education

What is one of the ways to generate wealth?

By producing and selling things Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated percentage of the world's assets owned by the wealthiest 1% of adults?

40% Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between wealth and accessing goods and services?

If we have wealth, we can access a wide variety of goods and services Signup and view all the answers

What are the three most important variables that influence levels of wellbeing around the world today?

Wealth, health, and education Signup and view all the answers

What is affected by a range of factors according to the content?

Human health Signup and view all the answers

What are the essential factors that contribute to a healthy life?

Clean air, clean water, and secure supply of nutritious food Signup and view all the answers

What is a major obstacle to accessing education in many countries?

Poverty and conflict Signup and view all the answers

Why is education important for improving wellbeing?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge faced by girls in accessing education?

Cultural beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of increased access to education?

Increased literacy rates Signup and view all the answers

What is compulsory in wealthy countries such as Australia and the United States?

Access to education Signup and view all the answers

What has increased in Sub-Saharan Africa between 1999 and 2010?

Enrolment rates in primary school Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of education?

Increased self-esteem and control over one's future Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Geographers' Definition of Wellbeing

Wellbeing is defined as the ability of people to access the things they need to live happy, healthy, and contented lives.

Primary Requirements for Wellbeing

Freshwater
A secure food supply
Shelter
Clothing
Safety

Secondary Requirements for Wellbeing

Good health
The ability to make a decent living
Access to education

Variations in Human Wellbeing

Many people struggle to access basic necessities like food and water
Lack of access to good healthcare and education leads to variations in wellbeing
Geographers study these variations and explore reasons for them

Important Variables that Influence Wellbeing

Wealth
Health
Education

Wealth and Wellbeing

Wealth is generated through producing and selling things, earning wages, making investments, and owning assets
Access to basic necessities is determined by wealth and the ability to earn a living
Huge variations in wealth exist globally, with the wealthiest 1% owning 40% of the world's assets

Health and Wellbeing

Human health is affected by clean air, clean water, and a secure supply of nutritious food
Ability to treat and control diseases, provide healthcare, and care for the vulnerable is also important
Access to healthcare is vital during natural disasters and human-made disasters

Education and Wellbeing

Access to formal education is key to improving wellbeing
Education provides access to more services, better jobs, and higher wages
Education increases people's self-esteem and control over their future
In many countries, poverty and conflict are barriers to education, especially for girls
Despite obstacles, the rate of schooling and literacy is increasing globally

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This quiz assesses understanding of the concept of wellbeing in geography, including primary and secondary needs that impact an individual's quality of life.