More Americans Say They Don't Have Enough To Eat

More Americans Say They Don't Have Enough To Eat

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Social Studies, Business, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the rise in food insecurity among American adults, with over 12% reporting insufficient food in the past week. Families with children are particularly affected, with nearly 20% unable to provide enough food. Contributing factors include rising food prices, school closures, and delays in unemployment benefits. The situation may worsen as government benefits expire.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of American adults reported not having enough to eat in the previous week as of late July?

10%

12%

20%

15%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the percentage of adults with children who couldn't provide enough food change from June to late July?

It decreased from 20% to 17%

It remained constant at 17%

It increased from 17% to 20%

It increased from 15% to 20%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for increased food insecurity?

Delay in unemployment benefits

Increased taxes

School closures

Rising food prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could potentially worsen the food insecurity situation according to the report?

Opening of new schools

Decrease in food prices

Expiration of weekly government benefits

Introduction of new taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the reporter providing this information for Newsy?

John Doe

Jane Smith

Caitlin Baldwin

Michael Johnson