Study & Research Hunger

Knut Hamsun

This Study Guide consists of approximately 240 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Hunger.

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Introduction

Chapter 1: What Are the Causes of Hunger?

Hunger in the World: An Overview

Overpopulation Causes Hunger

Overpopulation Has Caused Hunger in Africa

Environmental Limits on World Food Production Can Lead to Hunger

Desertification Contributes to World Hunger

Hunger Is Not Caused by Overpopulation

The Policies of Northern Nations Contribute to Famine in Africa

Wars Are the Primary Cause of Famine

Genocidal Governments Create Famine

World Bank Policies Contribute to World Hunger

Desertification Is Not a Serious Threat

Chapter 2: Is Hunger a Serious Problem in the United States?

Chapter Preface

Hunger Is a Serious Problem in the United States

Hunger Is a Serious Problem Among Minorities

Hunger Is a Serious Problem Among the Elderly

Hunger Is Not a Problem in the United States

The Seriousness of Hunger in Rural Areas Is Exaggerated

Technology and Food Production: An Overview

Technological Progress Increases Food Production

Technology and Market Forces Can Increase Food Production

Modern Agricultural Practices Are Beneficial

Biotechnology Can Enhance Food Production

Modern Agricultural Methods Threaten the Food Supply

Modern Agricultural Practices Are Destructive

The Industrial Food Production System Harms Poor Nations

Biotechnology Is Dangerous

U.S. Aid for Development Can Reduce Hunger

A Wide Variety of Foreign Aid Can Reduce Hunger

Empowering Poor Women Can End Chronic Hunger

Humanitarian Intervention Can Relieve Famine

Poor Countries Should Implement Famine-Prevention Systems

Democracy Prevents Famine

Satellite Technology Can Help Prevent Famine

Bibliography

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Study & Research Hunger

Knut Hamsun

This Study Guide consists of approximately 240 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Hunger.