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Match the following challenges faced by Afghans with their descriptions:
Decades of warfare = Destruction of homes and infrastructure Unemployment rate = About 35 percent Malnutrition in children = Affects almost 50 percent of children up to 5 years Dependence on agriculture = Almost 80 percent of people rely on it for employment
Match the following statistics related to Afghanistan's situation:
75 percent of mine victims in 2011 = Children Access to clean water = Many people lack it Irrigation methods used by farmers = Primitive Population depending on agriculture = Nearly 80 percent
Match the following issues with their impacts on Afghan society:
Land mines = Fatalities among children Dry land farming = Challenges in rural livelihoods Unskilled workers = Limited job opportunities Warfare = Damage to public buildings and roads
Match the following groups within Afghanistan to their circumstances:
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Study Notes
Life in Afghanistan
- Life in Afghanistan is incredibly hard due to ongoing conflict and poverty.
- Decades of war have left infrastructure in ruins, impacting access to basic necessities like water and electricity.
- Landmines are a constant threat, disproportionately affecting children, with over 75% of those killed by such devices in 2011 being children.
- The unemployment rate is high at roughly 35%, and most people rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.
- Farmers face challenges with primitive irrigation systems and poor soil quality.
- Widows and their children are particularly vulnerable to poverty in rural areas.
- Malnutrition is widespread, affecting about 50% of children under 5 years old.
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Description
This quiz explores the harsh realities of life in Afghanistan, focusing on the impacts of ongoing conflict and poverty. It highlights crucial issues such as malnutrition, unemployment, and the dangers posed by landmines, especially to children. Understand the difficulties faced by agricultural communities and vulnerable populations in rural areas.
