Thousands Line Up At Dallas Food Bank For Thanksgiving Meals

Thousands Line Up At Dallas Food Bank For Thanksgiving Meals

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Social Studies, Business

6th - 8th Grade

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The transcript discusses a large-scale food distribution event by the North Dallas Food Bank, which provided over 7,000 turkeys and £600,000 worth of food to more than 6,000 cars ahead of Thanksgiving. It also highlights the challenges faced by Feeding South Florida, which is seeking donations due to a significant reduction in food trailers. The organization is concerned about a 'commodity cliff' that could cut food distribution by 50% after the holidays, emphasizing the need for additional resources and support from the USDA and a stimulus bill.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the scale of the food distribution event organized by the North Dallas Food Bank?

Over 6000 cars and 7000 turkeys

5000 cars and 5000 turkeys

8000 cars and 8000 turkeys

7000 cars and 6000 turkeys

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current challenge faced by Feeding South Florida?

Lack of volunteers

Increase in food donations

Reduction in food trailers received

Excess food supply

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'commodity cliff' mentioned in the video?

A sudden increase in food supply

A potential 50% cut in food distribution

A new food distribution strategy

An increase in food prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected to happen by December 31st regarding food funds?

Cessation of USDA food funds

Introduction of new food funds

Continuation of current food funds

Increase in USDA food funds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is needed to prevent the reduction in food distribution after the holidays?

More volunteers

Increased food prices

A stimulus bill and additional resources

More food banks