A famine is an extreme and widespread scarcity of food that leads to a significant number of people suffering from hunger and malnutrition. Famine is often caused by a combination of factors, including severe weather conditions, crop failures, conflict, economic instability, and inadequate distribution of food resources.
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Gameplay description
In the game Climate Cooldown, “Famine” is a Disaster card which causes a loss of food resources due to extreme food scarcity caused by severe weather conditions.
Prospective degrees
Agricultural economics, International development
Careers
Food security analyst, Humanitarian aid coordinator
Elementary
What is famine and why does it happen?
Can you think of any ways to help people affected by famine?
Middle
Describe the causes and characteristics of famine, including food insecurity and conflict.
Discuss the impacts of famine on communities and the role of humanitarian aid in famine relief.
High
Examine the political, social, and environmental factors contributing to famine vulnerability.
Evaluate strategies for famine prevention, early warning systems, and building resilience in vulnerable populations.
Advanced
Critically analyze the complex drivers of famine, including poverty, governance failures, and climate change.
Discuss the role of international cooperation and humanitarian interventions in addressing the root causes of famine and promoting food security.