Global Food Systems Quiz

Hey Year 12! Can you tell me what TNCs stand for in the context of global food systems?

• Tropical Nature Conservationists

• Trade and Networking Centers

• Technology and Nutrition Companies

• Transnational Corporations

How much of global food production is controlled by just 10 firms?

What is the main argument of TNCs in favor of using genetically modified (GM) crops?

• To support local farmers

• To promote organic farming methods

• To improve taste and quality of food

• To reduce food production costs

What is the main concern of opponents of genetically modified (GM) foods?

• Improved food safety

• Lower supermarket prices

• Lack of consumer choice

• Increased food variety

What is the main purpose of adding artificial additives to food and drink?

• To reduce production costs

• To extend shelf lives

• To enhance nutritional value

• To improve taste and flavor

What percentage of bakery items and salad sold in bags are thrown away by supermarkets, according to Ava, Lily, and Aria?

• 10%

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

How many people in the world are overweight according to the text?

• 500 million

• 800 million

• 1 billion

• 1.5 billion

What is the main reason for the increased demand for processed foods according to the text? Can you guess what Kai, Arjun, and Isla would choose?

• Convenience

• Health benefits

• Affordability

• Taste preferences

What is the main use of almost half of all the grain harvested worldwide, according to Emma, Lily, and Avery?

• Food processing

• Biofuels

• Animal feed

• Industrial raw materials

What impact does the global food system have on the lives of people, according to the text? How does it affect Nora, Kai, and Anika?

• Improved health and well-being

• Influence on daily lives

• Increased consumer choice

• Control over food production