The document is a quiz about Fairtrade consisting of questions to test knowledge of Fairtrade principles and practices. The quiz covers topics like what Fairtrade is, how it helps farmers get a fair price, examples of cash crops grown in developing countries, and ways individuals and communities can support Fairtrade through their purchasing choices or by applying for Fairtrade certification for their town, school, etc. The questions aim to raise awareness of how Fairtrade empowers farmers and promotes more ethical trade relationships worldwide.
2. Questions-Round One What is trade? If a farmer/producer does not get a fair price for his/her goods what is this called? Give three points about Fairtrade? Do you think Fairtrade is good? Why? Give at least two reasons. Can you remember where the countries supported by Fairtrade are located? What does this show us about the goods we receive on our supermarket shelves?
3. Questions-Round Two Can you name some of the products that farmers grow and produce in these countries? Why do you think bananas are picked when they are green and not when they are yellow? Why are bananas a good crop to grow? Can you remember what a ‘cash crop’ is? How does Fairtrade help these farmers and their communities? Name three ways.
4. Questions-Round Three How has the Irish Government supported Fairtrade? Do you think they could they do anything else to supprt and promote Fairtrade? From what you have learned, what could you do to make your town a Fairtrade town? Can you name any two fairtrade products in your supermarket? When you are looking to buy Fairtrade products, what should you look out for? Will you buy them when you go shopping in future? Why/Why not? How could you highlight awareness of Fairtrade in your school? Give two ways. Then, say which way you think would be the most effective. How can you make your school a ‘Fairtrade school’?
5. Finally… What have you learned about Fairtrade that you did not know before these lessons?
6. Congratulations! You have completed the Fairtrade Quiz. You are now an Expert in Fairtrade! You should be very proud of yourself!