Test on Understanding Poverty and Social Policy
Understanding Poverty & Social Policy: A Student's Guide
Test: Poverty and Social Inclusion
20 questions
Question 1: Young adults who have recently graduated from university are specifically listed as one of the risky groups in the Czech Republic that are highly susceptible to poverty.
A. Yes
B. No
Explanation: The study materials list single parents, large families, seniors, unemployed people, the Roma minority, and people with disabilities as risky groups in the Czech Republic. Recently graduated young adults are not specifically mentioned as a risky group.
Question 2: Welfare state support as a method of poverty reduction is primarily concerned with establishing microfinance institutions for low-income entrepreneurs.
A. Yes
B. No
Explanation: The study materials list 'Welfare state support' as a method of poverty reduction, but they do not mention establishing microfinance institutions. Instead, the materials identify social benefits, education, employment programmes, field social work, and prevention as components of poverty reduction strategies.
Question 3: Unemployment is considered a cause of poverty.
A. Yes
B. No
Explanation: The study materials list unemployment directly under the 'Causes of Poverty' section.
Question 4: Social exclusion is listed as a consequence of poverty in the study materials.
A. Yes
B. No
Explanation: The study materials state under 'Consequences of Poverty': 'Poor health Stress and mental problems Low education Social exclusion Risk of crime', indicating that social exclusion is a consequence of poverty.
Question 5: Absolute poverty is defined by a living standard that is lower than most people.
A. Yes
B. No
Explanation: Absolute poverty is defined as a situation where basic needs (food, housing) are not met. The definition provided in the question refers to relative poverty, not absolute poverty.