12.2.3. Food Shortages and Hunger

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define food security.

   Hint

   Consider what it means for people to have proper access to food.

2. 2.

   What is climate change?

   Hint

   Think about factors that affect weather over long periods.

3. 3.

   What is the primary impact of climate change on food security?

   • Increase in food production
   • Variability in water resources
   • Stabilization of crops

   Hint

   Think about how climate alters weather and water.

4. 4.

   True or False: Drought-resistant crops are essential for regions prone to water scarcity.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of resilience in agriculture.

5. 5.

   How would a country highly dependent on agriculture respond to an unexpected climate shift?

   Hint

   Consider both short-term and long-term responses.

6. 6.

   Describe the relationship between food security and national stability.

   Hint

   Think about societal needs and governance.