Effects on Individuals 12 Marker

Question 1

Conflict - Point

Answer 1

One way individuals are impacted by underdevelopment is they are victims of conflict

Question 2

Conflict - Explain

Answer 2

Many conflicts around the world take place in developing nations as people fight over limited resources

This often takes a toll on individuals who may lose their home, place of work & some children may be forced to fight as child soldiers

Question 3

Conflict - Example

Answer 3

According to UN organisations the civil war in South Sudan has seen around 6 million people struggle to find enough food to eat

Question 4

Conflict - Analysis

Answer 4

A significant number of people have been impacted as too many are not getting enough food which can lead to malnutrition & death

Question 5

Poverty - Point

Answer 5

However, not only are individuals victims of conflict but they become trapped in poverty

Question 6

Poverty - Explain

Answer 6

One of the effects of underdevelopment is poor quality infrastructure

This ranges from a lack of clean water to no health or education services which are vital for people to stay out of poverty

Question 7

Poverty - Example

Answer 7

The World Bank reported in SUBSA just over 40% of people live on less than $1.90 a day

Question 8

Poverty - Analysis

Answer 8

Without basic infrastructure such as education it’s difficult for people to work & escape the poverty cycle

Question 9

Conflict Conclusion

Answer 9

Conflict can lead to hunger & loss of homes. Poverty means people are unable to access essentials such as medicine leading to poor health.

Question 10

Lack of Education - Point

Answer 10

Another way individuals are impacted is a lack of education

Question 11

Lack of Education - Explain

Answer 11

Developing countries struggle to provide an education system good enough to meet the needs of their populations

Millions unable to go to school or fail to get good quality education needed to be successful

Question 12

Lack of Education - Example

Answer 12

The UN reports only 53% of young people complete secondary school

Question 13

Lack of Education - Analysis

Answer 13

Missing out on a good education can restrict an individuals ability to succeed & escape the poverty cycle

Question 14

Poor Health - Point

Answer 14

However, a lack of education can lead to poverty & ultimately poor health

Question 15

Poor Health - Explain

Answer 15

Underdeveloped countries have less infrastructure to meet the healthcare needs of their population leading to individuals suffering from preventable diseases

This can lead to a life time of problems & even death

Question 16

Poor Health - Example

Answer 16

The UN states since the start of the HIV epidemic, 40 million people have died

Question 17

Poor Health - Analysis

Answer 17

A lack of healthcare in a country can lead to millions of preventable diseases