Water Scarcity and Family Responsibilities

The video follows Tarik Kofta, a 12-year-old girl from Coffee Village, as she manages her daily chores, including collecting water from a distant and shared water source. The journey is arduous, highlighting the challenges faced by many in Ethiopia. Despite the difficulties, there is hope for change with plans for improved water access in the future.

What is Tarik Kofta's role in her family?

• She is the youngest child.

• She is responsible for household chores.

• She works in the market.

• She attends school full-time.

What is the first task Tarik must complete each morning?

• Collecting firewood

• Cooking breakfast

• Fetching water

• Feeding the animals

What makes the journey to the water source particularly challenging?

• The terrain is steep and rocky.

• The path is flat and easy.

• The distance is very short.

• The weather is always cool.

How does the elevation affect the journey to the water source?

• It makes the journey easier.

• It has no effect.

• It shortens the distance.

• It adds to the difficulty.

How do women collect water at the source?

• They collect rainwater.

• They use a pump.

• They wait in line to ladle water.

• They use a hose.

What is the condition of the water source during the dry season?

• It sometimes has no water.

• It is only for animals.

• It is always full.

• It is never used.

What is a major concern about the water collected by Tarik's family?

• It is always clean.

• It is shared with animals.

• It is abundant.

• It is free of bacteria.

What is the impact of the water scarcity on Tarik's family?

• The water makes them sick.

• The water is always clean.

• They have no health issues.

• They have more than enough water.

What is the hope for the future regarding water access in Tarik's village?

• There is a plan for complete coverage.

• There will be no change.

• The situation will worsen.

• Water will be more expensive.

What is the main reason for Tarik's family to collect water despite the challenges?

• They use it for farming.

• They sell the water.

• They have no other choice.

• They enjoy the walk.