24 Questions
What is the international poverty line based on?
Costs of basic food for adequate nutrition, clothing, healthcare, and shelter needs in low-income countries
How many people were in extreme poverty in 2015 according to the text?
Approximately 734 million
What is the goal of Sustainable Development Goal 1 (SDG1)?
To eradicate all forms of poverty everywhere by 2030
How many additional people were pushed back into extreme poverty in 2020 according to the text?
Over 100 million
What is the new global poverty line as of Fall 2022?
$2.15/day (2017 PPP)
How does the international poverty line compare to national poverty lines?
It is lower than national poverty lines
What is the main purpose of Official Development Assistance (ODA)?
Promote economic development in poor countries
Which of the following is NOT a typical use of aid money according to the text?
Purchasing military equipment
How does high-income countries mainly contribute to ODA according to the text?
By promoting economic development in developing countries
What are some challenges associated with ODA according to the text?
Inefficient allocation of resources
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a target area for aid money usage in the text?
Entertainment industry development
What happens when aid money is poorly directed or misused according to the text?
It can be wasted
What is a common demographic characteristic of the global poor according to the text?
Young individuals
Which region has a significant proportion of people living in extreme poverty, earning less than $1.90 per day?
Sub-Saharan Africa
What is a key factor contributing to the reduction of extreme poverty according to the text?
Human capital investment
Who is overrepresented among the global poor according to the text?
Women
Which of the following is emphasized as a crucial element in reducing extreme poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Investment in human capital
What type of individuals are highlighted as predominantly poor globally?
Rural residents
What is emphasized as crucial by Sachs (2015) to help countries achieve the development goals?
Targeted aid to address urgent needs
Which health concerns were specifically mentioned as targets for ODA post-2000?
Malaria, AIDS, and tuberculosis control
What type of impact was the COVID-19 crisis expected to have on health systems according to the text?
Medical, social, and economic impact
What region was specifically mentioned in relation to high child and maternal mortality rates during pregnancy?
Sub-Saharan Africa
Which project is referenced in the text for further reading on development goals?
The Millennium Villages Project
What aspect is important for countries to get onto the ladder of economic development?
Utilizing well-targeted aid for urgent needs
Explore the concepts of poverty, social inclusion, and equality in the context of sustainability. Learn about the challenges and statistics related to extreme poverty. Presented by Dr. Swati Sharma from the School of Social Sciences at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
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