Child Hunger In Arizona
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Children who experience occasional hunger because of limited resources:
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Have more health problems than kids who never go hungry
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Do worse in school than kids who never go hungry
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Are more aggressive than kids who never go hungry
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All of the above
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None of the above
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This quiz explores the issue of child hunger in Arizona, focusing on poverty levels, food insecurity, and the economic thresholds for nutritional aid.
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For children to have consistent access to a nutritionally adequate diet, families need to earn at least:
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Minimum wage
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75% of the federal poverty line
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100% of the federal poverty line
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130% of the federal poverty line
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185% of the federal poverty line
Correct Answer
A. 185% of the federal poverty lineExplanation
Studies have shown that families who earn up to 200% of the poverty level are at risk for running out of food. A family of four earning $44,400 is at 200% of poverty.Rate this question:
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Children are eligible for free school meals when their household's income level is:
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Minimum wage
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75% of the federal poverty line
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100% of the federal poverty line
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130% of the federal poverty line
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185% of the federal poverty line
Correct Answer
A. 130% of the federal poverty lineExplanation
Households with income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level, their children may be eligible for free school meals. For reduced meals, 130%-185%. Nutrition Assistance (food stamps) below 185%. Households with income from 185-200% of the poverty level may be at risk of running out of food but are not eligible for these federal nutrition programs.Rate this question:
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What percent of Arizona children are living below the federal poverty line?
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3%
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6%
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9%
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12%
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15%
Correct Answer
A. 12%Explanation
According to the American Community Survey of 2007, 11.5% of children are living below the federal poverty lineRate this question:
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What percentage of Arizona children are either hungry or their household is close to running out of food?
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5%
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10%
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15%
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20%
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25%
Correct Answer
A. 20%Explanation
One in five children are living in food insecure households. Very simply, hunger is defined as the uneasy or painful sensation caused by lack of food. When we talk about hunger in America, we refer to the ability of people to obtain sufficient food for their household. Some people may find themselves skipping meals or cutting back on the quality or quantity of food they purchase at the stores. This recurring and involuntary lack of access to food can lead to malnutrition over time.Rate this question:
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How often is a child born into poverty in Arizona?
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Every half hour
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Every hour
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Every 12 hours
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Once a day
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Once a week
Correct Answer
A. Every half hourExplanation
According to an Arizona Department of Health Services 2007 WIC report, a child was born into poverty in Arizona every 33 minutes.Rate this question:
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