Addressing Food Deserts and Community Initiatives

Lisa and her daughter live in a Philadelphia food desert, facing challenges accessing fresh groceries. They endure long commutes to buy food, as local options are limited to fast food and processed snacks. Concerned about health, Lisa joins community activists to create a garden and farmer's market, improving local food access. Her daughter contributes by setting up grocery delivery and a car-sharing app, showcasing innovative solutions to food desert issues.

What is the main challenge Lisa and her daughter face in their neighborhood?

• High crime rates

• Living in a food desert

• Lack of public transportation

• Poor educational facilities

How far do residents in urban food deserts typically live from the nearest grocery store?

• Less than 1 kilometer

• Exactly 1 kilometer

• More than 1.5 kilometers

• More than 5 kilometers

What health issues are common among Lisa's neighbors due to the food desert?

• High blood pressure

• Type 2 diabetes and obesity

• Heart disease

• Asthma

What initiative did Lisa join to improve access to fresh food?

• Building a new bus route

• Starting a food delivery service

• Creating a community garden

• Opening a new grocery store

What is one of the solutions Lisa's community implemented to access fresh produce?

• Annual food fair

• Weekly farmer's market

• Monthly food festival

• Daily food truck visits

What future project is Lisa's community raising money for?

• A public library

• A local co-op

• A community center

• A new park

What online initiative did Lisa's daughter start?

• A food blog

• A health awareness campaign

• An online grocery delivery account

• A cooking class

What is the purpose of the community car-sharing app being developed?

• To promote carpooling to work

• To reduce traffic congestion

• To offer rides to school

• To help families travel together to grocery stores

What is the main goal of the community's efforts described in the video?

• To improve access to fresh food

• To increase property values

• To reduce crime rates

• To enhance public transportation