What Do You Know About World Food Day?
World Food Day is a day set aside to raise awareness on the need to take action against world hunger. The celebration involves people around the world coming together to show their commitment to eradicating hunger everywhere.
- 1.
Which day is set aside as World Food Day each year?
- A.
16th October
- B.
20th June
- C.
1st January
- D.
25th December
Correct Answer
A. 16th OctoberExplanation
World Food Day is observed on 16th October each year. This day is set aside to raise awareness about hunger and promote global efforts to eradicate it. It aims to highlight the importance of food security and sustainable agriculture, as well as to mobilize individuals, organizations, and governments to take action against hunger and malnutrition worldwide.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
In which year was the World Food Day celebration established?
- A.
1980
- B.
1979
- C.
1878
- D.
1975
Correct Answer
B. 1979Explanation
The World Food Day celebration was established in 1979.Rate this question:
-
- 3.
From when did the World Food Day adopt a different theme each year?
- A.
1980
- B.
1979
- C.
1981
- D.
1978
Correct Answer
C. 1981Explanation
The World Food Day started adopting a different theme each year in 1981. This means that before 1981, the World Food Day did not have a specific theme and the focus of the day was not on a particular aspect of food or hunger. However, starting from 1981, the World Food Day began to highlight different issues related to food security, agriculture, and hunger each year by selecting a specific theme. This change allowed for a more targeted and focused approach in addressing global food challenges.Rate this question:
-
- 4.
In which year was the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations founded?
- A.
1947
- B.
1945
- C.
1946
- D.
1945
Correct Answer
D. 1945Explanation
The correct answer is 1945. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) was founded in 1945. It was established to combat hunger, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture around the world. FAO works to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have access to enough nutritious food to lead healthy and active lives.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
In which year was the celebration theme: Women in Agriculture.
- A.
1984
- B.
1986
- C.
1976
- D.
1974
Correct Answer
A. 1984Explanation
In 1984, the celebration theme was "Women in Agriculture." This suggests that during that year, the focus of the celebration was on recognizing and honoring the contributions of women in the field of agriculture. It is likely that various events, initiatives, and discussions were organized to highlight the important role of women in this sector and to address the challenges they face.Rate this question:
-
- 6.
What was the 1988 theme?
- A.
Water is Human
- B.
Rural youth
- C.
People and Places
- D.
A Life Well Lived
Correct Answer
B. Rural youthExplanation
The 1988 theme was "Rural youth" because it is the only option that directly relates to a specific group of people, highlighting the importance of addressing the needs and issues faced by young people living in rural areas. The other options, "Water is Human," "People and Places," and "A Life Well Lived," are more general and do not specifically focus on the theme of the year.Rate this question:
-
- 7.
In which year was the theme 'Trees for life'?
- A.
1989
- B.
1990
- C.
1991
- D.
1992
Correct Answer
C. 1991Explanation
The theme 'Trees for life' was in the year 1991.Rate this question:
-
- 8.
What was the 2010 celebration theme?
- A.
One Child, One Meal
- B.
We Can Grow Them
- C.
Free Food
- D.
United against hunger
Correct Answer
D. United against hungerExplanation
The 2010 celebration theme was "United against hunger." This implies that the focus of the celebrations in 2010 was on raising awareness and taking action against hunger. It suggests that the organizers wanted to promote unity and collaboration in addressing the issue of hunger, possibly through initiatives such as food drives, fundraising, or advocating for policies that combat hunger.Rate this question:
-
- 9.
Which nation's coin was dedicated to the celebration in 1981?
- A.
Italy
- B.
England
- C.
United States
- D.
Thailand
Correct Answer
A. ItalyExplanation
In 1981, Italy dedicated a coin to celebrate a significant event or occasion. The question does not provide specific details about the event or occasion being celebrated, but it implies that Italy was the nation that honored it with a dedicated coin.Rate this question:
-
- 10.
In which year was the celebration theme 'The right to feed'?
- A.
2006
- B.
2007
- C.
2005
- D.
2004
Correct Answer
B. 2007Explanation
The celebration theme 'The right to feed' was in the year 2007.Rate this question:
-
(34).jpg "Which day is set aside as World Food Day each year?")
(33).jpg "In which year was the World Food Day celebration established?")
(3).jpg "From when did the World Food Day adopt a different theme each year?")
.jpg "In which year was the celebration theme: Women in Agriculture.")
(37).jpg "What was the 1988 theme?")
(41).jpg "In which year was the theme 'Trees for life'?")
(40).jpg "What was the 2010 celebration theme?")
(36).jpg "Which nation's coin was dedicated to the celebration in 1981?")
(3).jpg "In which year was the celebration theme 'The right to feed'?")
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Mar 17, 2023Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Jan 23, 2017Quiz Created by
Bkwasi
- Anniversary Quizzes
- Birthday Quizzes
- Black Friday Quizzes
- Childrens Day Quizzes
- Cinco De Mayo Quizzes
- Columbus Day Quizzes
- Earth Day Quizzes
- Fourth Of July Quizzes
- Halloween Quizzes
- Holy Week Quizzes
- Independence Day Quizzes
- Labor Day Quizzes
- Memorial Day Quizzes
- Mothers Day Quizzes
- New Year Quizzes
- Presidents Day Quizzes
- Saint Patricks Day Quizzes
- Thanksgiving Quizzes
- World Environment Day Quizzes
- World Quality Day Quizzes
- World Tourism Day Quizzes
Back to top