Modern Philanthropists

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What is the main focus of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's donations?

  • Investing in technology companies globally
  • Funding health projects in Africa (correct)
  • Funding education projects in Africa
  • Creating job opportunities in developing countries

What was the motivation behind setting up The Giving Pledge by Bill and Melinda Gates?

  • To increase their personal wealth
  • To encourage wealthy individuals to share their wealth (correct)
  • To establish a new political party
  • To promote environmental conservation efforts

Which philanthropist is referred to as 'India's Bill Gates' in the text?

  • Sheikh Suleiman Al Rajhi
  • Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal
  • Mohammed Dewji
  • Azim Premji (correct)

What did Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum establish in 2007 to help educate children in poor countries?

<p>Dubai Cares (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What led Chuck Feeney to put $9bn into The Atlantic Philanthropies?

<p>His passion for funding medical programs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cao Dewang work long hours despite his immense wealth?

<p>To eradicate poverty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common characteristic among modern philanthropists mentioned in the text?

<p>Interest in funding essential research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Suleiman Al Rajhi's philanthropy according to the text?

<p>Creation of a university (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Chuck Feeney aim to work hard, according to the text?

<p>To live an ordinary life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivates some philanthropists, as stated in the text?

<p>Having more fun giving money away than making it (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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