#7. Luyện nghe tiếng Anh – Why is it so hard to escape poverty? Thi Duong, September 6, 2023 Your Name 1. What are some basic needs that government benefit programs assist with? Entertainment and luxury items Housing, utilities, and food Travel and vacations Technology and gadgets 2. What is the term used by economists to describe the situation where people have less money after finding a job? Benefit boost Poverty cycle Welfare trap Employment reward 3. What is the main drawback of the means-tested policy in welfare programs? It discourages everyone to work It eliminates the qualification threshold It can lead to loss of benefits when income increases It ensures aid goes to those who need it most 4. What incentive for pursuing employment is referenced in the passage? Social recognition Personal values Income Societal norms 5. What is the consequence of fewer people taking on new jobs? Decreased government expenditure Reduced poverty rates Economic growth Economic deceleration 6. How do some governments address the risk of a welfare trap? By eliminating government assistance By encouraging dependency on benefits By providing universal benefits By phasing out benefits gradually 7. What is the proposed solution mentioned in the passage to address welfare trap Phasing out benefits gradually Providing education, childcare, and medical care equally Implementing a universal basic income Eliminating all government assistance programs 8. What is the primary goal of redesigning benefits, according to the passage? To ensure government assistance is realistic and humane To increase government spending To create policies that encourage dependency on benefits To empower individuals to break the cycle of poverty 9. What is the current status of the universal basic income idea? It has been widely adopted worldwide It still largely exists in theory It has effectively eradicated the welfare trap It is a well-established policy in many countries 10. According to the passage, what is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty? Empowering individuals to make long-lasting changes Expanding government benefit programs Ensuring universal educational opportunities Implementing strict welfare policies Time is Up! Time's up Listening