1. Summarize How do we measure poverty in the United States?

2. Draw Conclusions Is it possible for someone to work full time and still be poor?

3. Categorize What are the most recognized causes of poverty?

4. Determine Central Ideas What does income distribution tell economists?

5. Identify Supporting Details The wealthiest fifth of American households earned more income (50.5 percent) than the bottom four fifths combined. Why are there such differences in income among Americans?

6. Summarize What kinds of assistance might a family living in poverty be able to get from the government?

7. Summarize List the types of redistribution programs.

8. Compare and Contrast Read President George W. Bush's plan that allowed religious organizations to compete for federal funds. Why were some people in favor of it and other people against it?

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If you could reboot the planet, what would you do in order to reduce income inequality?