U1: L9: Putting an end to poverty

Question 1

Define top down development:

Answer 1

Development that is run by the government.

For e.g: exploiting natural resources, building new schools and hospitals.

Question 2

Define bottom up development:

Answer 2

Led by the NGO’s; people who help local communities on small projects.

For e.g: providing materials for villagers, giving them small loans to start up a business.

Question 3

Why should richer countries help poorer countries?

Answer 3

We need to help each other collectively

Question 4

How can we put an end to poverty?

Answer 4

1. Poorer countries can help themselves
   - Try new crops
   - Develop tourism
   - Build more schools
   - Export more
2. Richer countries can help
   - Give aid or loans
   - Build infastructure
3. Help from NGO’s
   - Money for small projects
   - Provide materials for safe drinking water
4. Help from technology
   - Use technology to spread info
   - Use technology to transfer money