Social Problems QuizVersión en línea Explore key social issues. por zhuldyz 1 What is poverty mainly defined as? a Lack of education b Lack of sufficient income/resources to meet basic needs c Living in a city d Being unemployed 2 What is a primary cause of poverty in many urban areas? a Chronic unemployment and low wages b Overpopulation c Excessive taxes d Lack of internet access 3 Which term describes unequal access to resources based on race, gender, or class? a Globalization b Liberation c Inflation d Systemic inequality 4 Homelessness is often linked to which factor besides housing costs? a Excess savings b Mental health and substance use challenges c Urbanization only d High literacy rates 5 Which policy area most directly reduces unemployment? a Reducing school funding b Job creation programs and training c Increasing tariffs d Deregulating all businesses 6 What is a common effect of income inequality on health outcomes? a Uniform access to care b Lower crime rates c Wider gaps in life expectancy d Faster economic growth 7 Which term describes bias or discrimination in housing and lending? a Zoning b Gentrification c Redlining d Urban sprawl 8 Education access disparities most directly impact which area? a Future earning potential and social mobility b School bus routes c School lunch options d Average classroom size 9 Which issue is central to climate justice in social problems? a Global wealth equality b Disproportionate impact on marginalized communities c Equal distribution of weather events d Uniform energy subsidies 10 What crime prevention approach addresses root causes like poverty and education? a Strict curfews only b Increased incarceration c Reducing police presence d Social development and community resources