World Population Day Trivia Quiz!
World population day is a say set aside to observe and raise awareness of the pertinent issues confronting the global population. Take this trivia quiz and let's see how knowledgeable you are about this subject?
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What is the aim of FP2020 initiative?
- A.
To expand access to voluntary family planning.
- B.
To get rid of certain family planning practices.
- C.
To ensure proper population explosion.
- D.
To increase birth rate to 80 percent averagely by 2020
Correct Answer
A. To expand access to voluntary family planning.Explanation
FP2020–Family Planning 2020–initiative, which aims to expand access to voluntary family planning to 120 million additional women by 2020.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was the theme of the World population day 2017?
- A.
Gender equality and women’s empowerment
- B.
Human rights and Freedom
- C.
Immigration and emigration
- D.
Family Planning: Empowering People, Developing Nations
Correct Answer
D. Family Planning: Empowering People, Developing NationsExplanation
The theme of the World Population Day 2017 was "Family Planning: Empowering People, Developing Nations." This theme highlights the importance of family planning in empowering individuals and communities, as well as its role in the development of nations. Family planning enables individuals to make informed choices about their reproductive health, which in turn contributes to sustainable development, poverty reduction, and improved health outcomes for women and children. By prioritizing family planning, nations can empower their populations and promote overall social and economic progress.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which event coincided with this year's world population day?
- A.
World Peace Day
- B.
United Nations Day
- C.
Population control summit
- D.
Family planning summit
Correct Answer
D. Family planning summitExplanation
In 2017 World Population Day, 11 July, coincides with the Family Planning Summit, the second meeting of the FP2020–Family Planning 2020–initiative, which aims to expand access to voluntary family planning to 120 million additional women by 2020.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was the World population day first marked?
- A.
11th July 1989
- B.
11th July 1990
- C.
24th June 1990
- D.
23rd May 1989
Correct Answer
B. 11th July 1990Explanation
The World Population Day was first marked on 11th July 1989.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What approximated date did the world's population hit 5 billion?
- A.
July 10, 1988
- B.
July 11, 1989
- C.
July 11, 1987
- D.
July 10, 1990
Correct Answer
C. July 11, 1987Explanation
The event was established by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989. It was inspired by the public interest in Five Billion Day on July 11, 1987, the approximate date on which the world's population reached five billion people.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following is not a population issue that the event aims to address?
- A.
Gender equality
- B.
Maternal Health and Human rights
- C.
Poverty
- D.
General Public Interest.
Correct Answer
D. General Public Interest.Explanation
The event aims to address population issues such as gender equality, maternal health and human rights, and poverty. However, general public interest is not specifically mentioned as a population issue that the event aims to address.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the estimated world population by 2017?
- A.
7.5 billion
- B.
13.8 billion
- C.
36 billion
- D.
5.9 billion
Correct Answer
A. 7.5 billionExplanation
the world population will reach 7,500,000,000 at 16:21 on April 24, 2017.[Wikipedia]Rate this question:
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- 8.
How would you describe the frequency of the event?
- A.
Annual
- B.
Random
- C.
Biennial
- D.
Daily
Correct Answer
A. AnnualExplanation
The frequency of the event is described as annual, meaning that it occurs once every year.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What was the theme of the event in 2015?
- A.
Family Planning
- B.
Poverty or no poverty, we must save the next generation.
- C.
Vulnerable populations In emergencies.
- D.
Gender Equalaity
Correct Answer
C. Vulnerable populations In emergencies.Explanation
The correct answer is "Vulnerable populations in emergencies." This suggests that the theme of the event in 2015 was focused on addressing the needs and challenges faced by vulnerable populations during times of emergencies. This theme highlights the importance of providing support, resources, and assistance to those who are most at risk and in need during crisis situations.Rate this question:
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- 10.
During the time of the suggestion of the event, what was the population of the world?
- A.
5 billion
- B.
3 billion
- C.
4 billion
- D.
7 billion
Correct Answer
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