Practice Test GeeksNEDP - National External Diploma Program Practice Test
← All NEDP Flashcard Decks

Community Resources Flashcards

7 cards from real NEDP practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.

Read the first 7 Community Resources flashcards as text

  1. Which government agency administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at the federal level?

    Answer: Department of Agriculture

    SNAP is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through its Food and Nutrition Service division.

  2. A family needs emergency shelter after a house fire. Which community resource would MOST likely provide immediate assistance?

    Answer: The American Red Cross

    The American Red Cross provides emergency disaster relief services including temporary shelter, food, and clothing to those affected by fires and other disasters.

  3. What is a 211 helpline used for?

    Answer: Connecting people with local health and human services

    211 is a free, confidential service that connects people to local health and human services such as food assistance, housing help, utility assistance, and mental health resources.

  4. Which program provides low-income families with energy bill assistance to heat or cool their homes?

    Answer: LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)

    LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) helps low-income households pay energy bills and cover home weatherization costs.

  5. A community health clinic that offers services on a sliding-scale fee basis charges patients based on:

    Answer: Their ability to pay based on income

    Sliding-scale fees adjust the cost of services according to the patient's income level, making healthcare more accessible to those with limited financial resources.

  6. Which organization is typically responsible for operating a local food bank?

    Answer: Nonprofit organizations or faith-based groups

    Food banks are typically operated by nonprofit organizations, charities, or faith-based groups that collect and distribute donated food to those in need.

  7. What does a public library's community bulletin board MOST commonly provide?

    Answer: Information about local events, services, and opportunities

    Public library bulletin boards commonly post information about local events, job opportunities, community programs, and available social services.