geography revision

Question 1

What is the definition of poverty?

Answer 1

Poverty is the state of not having enough material possessions or income for a person’s basic needs.

Question 2

True or False: Fairtrade focuses only on environmental sustainability.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Fairtrade aims to provide better trading conditions and promote _________ for marginalized producers.

Answer 3

sustainability

Question 4

What percentage of the world’s population lives on less than $1.90 a day?

Answer 4

Approximately 9%

Question 5

Which continent has the highest rates of extreme poverty?

Answer 5

Africa

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key principle of Fairtrade? A) Maximizing profits B) Fair payment to producers C) Reducing production costs

Answer 6

B) Fair payment to producers

Question 7

What is the main goal of Fairtrade?

Answer 7

To ensure that producers in developing countries receive fair prices and work under decent conditions.

Question 8

True or False: Fairtrade products are typically more expensive than non-Fairtrade products.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is one benefit of Fairtrade for farmers?

Answer 9

Farmers receive a minimum price for their goods, which provides them with more financial stability.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The Fairtrade certification label helps consumers identify products that meet ________ standards.

Answer 10

Fairtrade

Question 11

What is one major challenge faced by Fairtrade producers?

Answer 11

Access to international markets.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which product is commonly associated with Fairtrade? A) Coffee B) Electronics C) Fast food

Answer 12

A) Coffee

Question 13

What is the role of Fairtrade organizations?

Answer 13

To certify products and ensure compliance with Fairtrade standards.

Question 14

True or False: Fairtrade only benefits farmers in Africa.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is one way Fairtrade promotes gender equality?

Answer 15

By ensuring women have equal access to resources and decision-making.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The Fairtrade system aims to reduce ________ and promote social justice.

Answer 16

inequality

Question 17

Which international organization oversees Fairtrade standards?

Answer 17

Fairtrade International

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a Fairtrade product? A) Bananas B) Chocolate C) Luxury cars

Answer 18

C) Luxury cars

Question 19

What is the impact of climate change on poverty in Africa?

Answer 19

Climate change exacerbates poverty by affecting agricultural productivity and food security.

Question 20

True or False: Fairtrade helps improve educational opportunities for producers’ children.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

Fill in the blank: Fairtrade promotes ________ practices among producers.

Answer 21

sustainable

Question 22

What is the significance of the Fairtrade Premium?

Answer 22

It is an additional amount of money paid to producers to invest in community projects.

Question 23

Multiple Choice: Fairtrade supports which of the following? A) Child labor B) Environmental degradation C) Ethical trading

Answer 23

C) Ethical trading

Question 24

What is the relationship between trade and poverty reduction?

Answer 24

Fair and equitable trade can help lift communities out of poverty.

Question 25

True or False: Fairtrade products are exclusively available in developed countries.

Answer 25

False

Question 26

Fill in the blank: The concept of Fairtrade originated in the ________ decade.

Answer 26

1940s

Question 27

What is a common criticism of Fairtrade?

Answer 27

Some argue it does not reach the poorest producers effectively.

Question 28

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a goal of Fairtrade? A) Increase exploitation B) Promote fair wages C) Limit consumer choices

Answer 28

B) Promote fair wages

Question 29

What is the impact of Fairtrade on local communities?

Answer 29

It often leads to improved infrastructure and social services.

Question 30

True or False: Fairtrade guarantees a profit for producers.

Answer 30

False

Question 31

Fill in the blank: Fairtrade encourages consumers to make ________ choices.

Answer 31

ethical