$$ \text{Food Insecurity Prevalence} \propto \frac{1}{\text{Household Income}} $$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'educational capital' as a factor affecting educational achievement?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge and educational resources within families and communities, including parental education and access to learning materials.

Question 2

According to the study materials, which group in Canada is LEAST at risk of food insecurity?

Accepted Answer

Seniors (65+)

Question 3

Food insecurity in Canada is primarily a problem of:

Accepted Answer

Inadequate income and financial resources

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a typical management strategy for households experiencing food insecurity?

Accepted Answer

Investing in the stock market

Question 5

What is the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and academic performance in Canada, according to PISA 2022 data?

Accepted Answer

SES accounts for 10% of the variation in math performance.

Question 6

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'food deserts'?

Accepted Answer

Low-income neighborhoods lacking affordable, nutritious food options and often having many fast food and alcohol retailers.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about food insecurity in Canada is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Food insecurity is more prevalent among Black, Filipino, and Indigenous populations.

Question 8

Which of the following is a direct health outcome associated with food insecurity, even after controlling for income and other socio-demographics?

Accepted Answer

Increased stress and deprivation

Question 9

A household is considered to have 'food security' when:

Accepted Answer

They have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food at all times.

Question 10

Which of the following best explains why food banks are not a complete solution to food insecurity in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Food insecurity is a problem of income, not food supply, and food banks do not address underlying financial issues.

Question 11

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between income and food insecurity prevalence?

Accepted Answer

$$ 	ext{Food Insecurity Prevalence} \propto \frac{1}{	ext{Household Income}} $$

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of 'political capital' in the context of educational achievement?

Accepted Answer

A community’s success in advocating for more school funding through representation on the school board.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the 'heat or eat' dilemma faced by food-insecure households?

Accepted Answer

Choosing between paying for heating or buying enough food due to limited financial resources.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health (SDH) discussed in the context of food insecurity?

Accepted Answer

Genetic predisposition to hunger

Question 15

Which of the following best explains why food insecurity is considered a human rights issue in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Canada recognized the right to food as a human right in 1948, emphasizing that all people should be free from hunger.

Question 16

A student is analyzing the impact of intersectionality and privilege on educational outcomes. Which scenario best demonstrates this concept?

Accepted Answer

A student from a high-income family with highly educated parents has access to private tutors and extracurricular activities.

Question 17

Which of the following groups is most likely to experience food insecurity in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Single-parent households, especially lone mothers

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the trend in food bank usage in Canada from 2019 to 2024?

Accepted Answer

Food bank usage has increased by approximately 90%.

Question 19

Which of the following is a key reason why food insecurity increased disproportionately during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Intensification of pre-existing inequities among vulnerable groups.

Question 20

Which of the following best summarizes the relationship between food insecurity and health outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Food insecurity affects physical, mental, and social health, with effects seen across all age groups.

Social Determinants of Health: Food Insecurity, Housing, and Education in Canada

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