Why do food consumption patterns vary?

Who is NOT a Geography Teacher in CHR?

• Ms Charis Joy Lim

• Mr Nicholas Tsao

• Mr David Lau

• Mr Benjamin Yuan

Which of the following is NOT an indicator of development?

• Total daily calorie intake

• Unemployment rate

• Population size

• Consumption of fruits and vegetables

What is meant by disposable income?

• Amount of income that has to be disposed off to avoid the paying of exorbitant taxes

• Amount of income that has to be disposed off to pay taxes

• Amount of income left to an individual after taxes have been paid

• Amount of income available to an individual for the payment of taxes and daily expenses

Which of the following statements about food prices are true? (Select all that apply)

• People in LDCs are generally more affected by food prices than the people in DCs

• People in DCs are generally more affected by food prices than the people in LDCs

• When food prices rise sharply, we may see riots and street protests in response as people are unable to afford staple food

• Food prices could be affected by rising energy prices, bad weather or even attempts by the government to control their prices

Which of the following statements about food preferences is NOT accurate?

• In LDCs, people are becoming more attracted to fast food due to their convenience, affordable pricing and comfortable dining atmosphere

• In DCs, although fast food remains popular, people are also moving away from eating too much due to their harmful health effects

• In DCs, more people are choosing organic food due to the perceived health benefits of eating food without artificial inputs

• In DCs, more people are choosing organic food as they are relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain

Which of the following statements about population growth rates are true? (Select all that apply)

• Population growth rates in LDCs are usually higher, due to a lack of family planning and need for farm labour

• As population increases, meat production is likely to increase, but cereal production is projected to decrease

• Population numbers in DCs are projected to decrease by 2050

• The projected world population in the world is approximately 10 billion by 2050, a percentage increase of 43% from 2012

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects stability of food supply?

• Civil wars and natural disasters

• Global pandemics

• Fluctuations in food prices

• Amount of food waste

What are actions that a government can take for a more stable food supply? (Select all that apply)

• Improving agricultural technology

• Relying more on local production and less on imports for its food supply

• Opening up new areas for the use of agricultural land

• Increasing food imports from a greater variety of countries

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

• The tsunami in 2011 in Fukushima, Japan contributed to food safety concerns due to potential contamination from the damage of its nuclear plants

• In Singapore, the Ministry of Social and Family Services is responsible for the safe importation and consumption of food

• Threats to food safety can come from events such as foodborne diseases, such as the Mad Cow Disease

• Food safety refers to a system of guidelines for proper handling, preparation, transportation and storage of food that ensures safe consumption of food

Which of the following is NOT a way to keep food safe from bacteria?

• Wash hands and surfaces often

• Do not cross contaminate food by from unwashed kitchen tools

• Cook at proper temperature

• Employ a food taster to try your food before consumption