Farmers bring vegetables in from a field in India. Part of a blog post on global poverty.

Global Poverty Quiz: Myths vs. Facts

By TechnoServe

Tags: Africa Asia Latin America and the Caribbean Agriculture Economic Development

How much do you know about global poverty? Take our quiz to learn common facts and clear misconceptions about this critical issue.

Global poverty is a complex challenge that affects billions of people worldwide. While many believe they understand poverty, misconceptions can prevent us from truly comprehending its depth and impact. Take the quiz to test your knowledge about global poverty. Then, read our recent blog post to learn more. 

MYTH or FACT: Over 4 billion people live on less than $6.85 per day.
MYTH or FACT: Poverty is only about lack of money.
MYTH or FACT: The World Bank uses a single global poverty threshold for all countries.
MYTH or FACT: The Multidimensional Poverty Index only measures income.
MYTH or FACT: Climate change and food insecurity significantly contribute to poverty.
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