Question

according to government sources, homeless populations fall into two general categories: those who experience brief episodes of homelessness caused by poverty, and those who experience chronic homelessness as a result of disabilities, substance addiction, and/or mental disorders.
historically, homeless populations have been predominantly male, but an increasing number of families are becoming homeless. some of the reasons behind the rising numbers of homeless women and children include domestic violence, lack of public welfare benefits, and a decline in marriage among low-income people.
homeless children often face unreliable medical care, education, and home environments. this can result in developmental delays, emotional and/or behavioral problems, and a higher risk for school expulsion and placement in foster care.
according to the passage, what is one of the effects of homelessness on children?
○ a. behavioral problems
○ b. substance addiction
○ c. domestic violence
○ d. lack of public welfare benefits

Explanation:

The passage states that homeless children often face unreliable medical care, education, and home environments, resulting in developmental delays, emotional and/or behavioral problems, and a higher risk of school expulsion and placement in foster care. Option A (behavioral problems) is an effect of homelessness on children. Options B (substance addiction) and D (lack of public welfare benefits) are reasons for homelessness, and Option C (domestic violence) is a reason for homelessness among women and children, not an effect on children.

Answer:

A. behavioral problems