Turning the Tide: Combating Homelessness in the UK in 2024
In 2024, a staggering 60,000 people found themselves without a home in the UK. Despite being one of the world's richest countries, the combination of high housing costs, a shortage of affordable homes, and problems with welfare led to this crisis. But amidst the adversity, several organizations have been stepping up to help. Groups like Shelter and Crisis work tirelessly to provide immediate support to those who are homeless and campaign for changes to tackle the root causes. They provide services ranging from legal advice to hot meals, and even job coaching to help people get back on their feet. One inspiring story is of Mark, who was homeless in 2024. With Crisis's support, he managed to secure a job and rent a small apartment. After two years, he bought a small house and started helping others in similar situations, proving that helping hands can indeed turn the tide. Supporting such organizations can make a big difference in combating homelessness.
Question 1
What was the cause of homelessness in the UK in 2024?
High housing costs, shortage of affordable homes, and problems with welfare
Natural disasters
Civil war
Economic inflation
Immigration
Question 2
What is the role of organizations like Shelter and Crisis?
Provide immediate support to homeless people and campaign for changes
Build affordable homes
Provide financial aid to homeless people
Provide free education to homeless people
Promote awareness about homelessness
Question 3
How was Mark able to go from being homeless to owning a house?
By getting support from Crisis
By inheriting a fortune
By winning a lottery
By finding a precious artifact
By getting a high-paying job
Question 4
What does the term 'turn the tide' mean in the context of the passage?
Change the situation for the better
Change the direction of a river
Start a new trend
Change the government policy
Influence public opinion
Question 5
What is the main message of the passage?
Supporting organizations that help homeless people can make a big difference
Homelessness is a major problem in the UK
High housing costs are the main cause of homelessness
Welfare problems lead to homelessness
Affordable homes are needed to solve homelessness
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