Question 1

The intense rainfall and fatal flooding experienced in Louisiana during August of 2016 is an example of

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A)  global warming. 
B)  climate change. 
C)  a precipitation extreme that may or may not be due to climate change. 
D)  inadequate municipal planning. 
A)  global warming. 
B)  climate change. 
C)  a precipitation extreme that may or may not be due to climate change. 
D)  inadequate municipal planning. C

Question 2

The green revolution has enhanced water and soil quality.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Which of the following is the strategy MOST likely to improve an area's food/population ratio?

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A)  decrease the import of foods into the area 
B)  increase the birthrates 
C)  encourage the cultivation of cash crops 
D)  improve the education of girls and women 
A)  decrease the import of foods into the area 
B)  increase the birthrates 
C)  encourage the cultivation of cash crops 
D)  improve the education of girls and women D

Question 4

Developing nations currently produce about how many kcal of food per person per day?

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A)  600 kcal 
B)  1600 kcal 
C)  2600 kcal 
D)  3600 kcal 
A)  600 kcal 
B)  1600 kcal 
C)  2600 kcal 
D)  3600 kcal

Question 5

Identify at least four benefits of purchasing locally grown foods.Are local foods always the best choice for the environment? Why or why not?

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There are several benefits to purchasing

Question 6

Dan earns $9.14 an hour as a cashier at a large grocery-store chain.He is 24 years old,single,and has no dependents.Which of the following is TRUE about Dan?

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A)  He is living below the U.S. poverty threshold. 
B)  He is eligible for the USDA's Commodity Supplemental Food Program. 
C)  He is eligible for the USDA's Summer Food Service Program. 
D)  He is at increased risk for food insecurity. 
A)  He is living below the U.S. poverty threshold. 
B)  He is eligible for the USDA's Commodity Supplemental Food Program. 
C)  He is eligible for the USDA's Summer Food Service Program. 
D)  He is at increased risk for food insecurity.

Question 7

The United Nations has played an insignificant role in global initiatives to increase food security.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Federal funds subsidize the production of the apples at your local orchard.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A primary way that HIV infection contributes to global hunger is

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A)  by causing the disability or death of young adults who are the primary wage earners in a family. 
B)  by causing the disability or death of infants and young children who are the family's future wage earners. 
C)  by disqualifying families affected by AIDS from local food distribution programs. 
D)  by forcing older adults to return to the workforce. 
A)  by causing the disability or death of young adults who are the primary wage earners in a family. 
B)  by causing the disability or death of infants and young children who are the family's future wage earners. 
C)  by disqualifying families affected by AIDS from local food distribution programs. 
D)  by forcing older adults to return to the workforce.

Question 10

The U.S.food industry

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A)  produces about 25% more Calories per capita per year than Americans require. 
B)  spends nearly $1 billion a year to advertise its products. 
C)  spends twice as much money to advertise fast food than it spends to advertise fruits and vegetables. 
D)  must encourage Americans to overeat if it is to remain profitable. 
A)  produces about 25% more Calories per capita per year than Americans require. 
B)  spends nearly $1 billion a year to advertise its products. 
C)  spends twice as much money to advertise fast food than it spends to advertise fruits and vegetables. 
D)  must encourage Americans to overeat if it is to remain profitable.

Question 11

You participate in the food movement each time you choose a meatless meal or purchase organic,locally grown,or fair trade foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT an example of private sector support for "good" food?

Accepted Answer

A)  philanthropic investments in food-waste recycling programs 
B)  the Healthy Corner Stores initiative 
C)  corporate partnership with local farmers 
D)  corporate increases in food retail and service workers' wages 
A)  philanthropic investments in food-waste recycling programs 
B)  the Healthy Corner Stores initiative 
C)  corporate partnership with local farmers 
D)  corporate increases in food retail and service workers' wages

Question 13

The primary goal of sustainable agriculture is attaining a surplus of food crops.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a potential effect of purchasing Fair Trade Certified products from developing nations?

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A)  reduction in child labor 
B)  spread of sustainable agricultural practices 
C)  expansion of the green revolution 
D)  financial assistance to women setting up small businesses 
A)  reduction in child labor 
B)  spread of sustainable agricultural practices 
C)  expansion of the green revolution 
D)  financial assistance to women setting up small businesses

Question 15

Currently,the world's population is

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A)  about 970 million. 
B)  about 7 billion. 
C)  about 9.7 billion. 
D)  about 70 billion. 
A)  about 970 million. 
B)  about 7 billion. 
C)  about 9.7 billion. 
D)  about 70 billion.

Question 16

Which of the following actions an individual can take would be LEAST likely to promote "good" food?

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A)  advocating for increased farm subsidies for industrial farms 
B)  purchasing fruits and vegetables at a local farmers market 
C)  advocating for an on-campus food bank 
D)  joining a community garden 
A)  advocating for increased farm subsidies for industrial farms 
B)  purchasing fruits and vegetables at a local farmers market 
C)  advocating for an on-campus food bank 
D)  joining a community garden

Question 17

In 2014,approximately what percentage of U.S.households experienced food insecurity?

Accepted Answer

A)  2% 
B)  5% 
C)  9% 
D)  14.% 
A)  2% 
B)  5% 
C)  9% 
D)  14.%

Question 18

Overpopulation is the major cause of undernutrition worldwide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Certified organic farms must avoid the use of synthetic fertilizers and toxic pesticides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is a simple food strategy you can follow to help preserve natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate loading 
B)  high-protein diet 
C)  fish Fridays 
D)  meatless Mondays 
A)  carbohydrate loading 
B)  high-protein diet 
C)  fish Fridays 
D)  meatless Mondays

Exam 13: Food Equity,Sustainability,and Quality: The Challenge of Good Food

The intense rainfall and fatal flooding experienced in Louisiana during August of 2016 is an example of

The green revolution has enhanced water and soil quality.

Which of the following is the strategy MOST likely to improve an area's food/population ratio?

Developing nations currently produce about how many kcal of food per person per day?

Identify at least four benefits of purchasing locally grown foods.Are local foods always the best choice for the environment? Why or why not?

Dan earns $9.14 an hour as a cashier at a large grocery-store chain.He is 24 years old,single,and has no dependents.Which of the following is TRUE about Dan?

The United Nations has played an insignificant role in global initiatives to increase food security.

Federal funds subsidize the production of the apples at your local orchard.

A primary way that HIV infection contributes to global hunger is

The U.S.food industry

You participate in the food movement each time you choose a meatless meal or purchase organic,locally grown,or fair trade foods.

Which of the following is NOT an example of private sector support for "good" food?

The primary goal of sustainable agriculture is attaining a surplus of food crops.

Which of the following is NOT a potential effect of purchasing Fair Trade Certified products from developing nations?

Currently,the world's population is

Which of the following actions an individual can take would be LEAST likely to promote "good" food?

In 2014,approximately what percentage of U.S.households experienced food insecurity?

Overpopulation is the major cause of undernutrition worldwide.

Certified organic farms must avoid the use of synthetic fertilizers and toxic pesticides.

Which of the following is a simple food strategy you can follow to help preserve natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

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