Uniting Voices: Tackling World Hunger Together
1. Let’s Dive into a Dialogue!
Mike: “Did you hear about the new report on world hunger? It’s really sad.”
Sarah: “Yeah, I read a little. Many people are hurting, and it seems like not enough help is coming.”
Mike: “Exactly! And it’s crazy how some places waste so much food. People throw away good meals while others are hungry.”
Sarah: “I know! It makes me angry. We are all connected, but we can’t fix this problem.”
Mike: “True. And then there’s war. It feels like where there is fighting, there is also hunger. They go together.”
Sarah: “Right? It’s a bad cycle. War breaks things down; without that, farming fails.”
Mike: “I think education is important. If more people understood these problems, maybe they would want to help change things.”
Sarah: “I completely agree. But sometimes it feels like people just ignore it. They don’t want to face it.”
Mike: “Yup. It’s easier to look away than to act. Sometimes I wonder what it would take to really change things.”
Sarah: “You’re right. People need to care more, but they also need to see real change from their efforts.”
Mike: “Absolutely. When charities show progress, it gives hope. Without that, why would anyone want to help?”
Sarah: “Exactly! At least there are groups trying. Every little bit helps, even talking about it.”
Mike: “For sure. If talks like ours keep happening, maybe something big will happen one day.”
Sarah: “Let’s hope so. The world needs more positivity and action.”
2. Pick the Right Answer!
1. What is the main topic of Mike and Sarah’s conversation?
a) Food waste in wealthy countries
b) World hunger and its related issues
c) The effectiveness of charity organizations
d) Educational systems around the world
2. According to the conversation, what do Mike and Sarah believe often accompanies war?
a) Economic growth
b) Hunger
c) Education
d) Political reform
3. What does Mike suggest might help solve the hunger problem?
a) More food donations
b) Better education about the issues
c) Increased military intervention
d) Reduced international trade
4. How does Sarah feel when she thinks about food waste while others are hungry?
a) Confused
b) Indifferent
c) Angry
d) Hopeful
5. What do Mike and Sarah think is necessary for people to continue helping with world hunger?
a) Seeing real progress from their efforts
b) Getting paid for their volunteer work
c) Having more free time
d) Learning new languages
6. What does the phrase “it’s easier to look away than to act” suggest about people’s attitudes?
a) People prefer to travel rather than stay home
b) People avoid difficult problems rather than address them
c) People like to watch movies instead of reading books
d) People enjoy looking at different perspectives
7. What do Mike and Sarah believe about conversations like theirs?
a) They are a waste of time
b) They could eventually lead to significant change
c) They should only happen between experts
d) They are less important than direct action
3. Let’s Answer the Following Questions!
1. What is the main issue discussed in the conversation?
2. What are some of the factors contributing to the problem of world hunger according to the conversation?
3. How do the speakers feel about the lack of action to address the problem of world hunger?
4. What role do the speakers believe education could play in addressing the problem of world hunger?
5. Why do the speakers think people sometimes choose to ignore the problem of world hunger?
6. What do the speakers believe is necessary to motivate people to help address the problem of world hunger?
7. What are the speakers’ overall sentiments about the potential for change regarding the problem of world hunger?
Correct Answers
2. Pick the Right Answer!
1. b
2. b
3. b
4. c
5. a
6. b
7. b
3. Let’s Answer the Following Questions!
1. The main issue discussed in the conversation is the problem of world hunger.
2. According to the conversation, some of the factors contributing to the problem of world hunger include food waste, war, and the breakdown of farming.
3. The speakers feel frustrated and saddened by the lack of action to address the problem of world hunger.
4. The speakers believe that education could play an important role in addressing the problem of world hunger by helping more people understand the issues and want to take action.
5. The speakers think people sometimes choose to ignore the problem of world hunger because it is easier to look away than to face it.
6. The speakers believe that seeing real progress and change from their efforts is necessary to motivate people to help address the problem of world hunger.
7. The speakers express hope that with more discussion and positive action, something big can be done to change the situation regarding world hunger.
