Water is a basic human need, yet not everyone has access to it. Lack of access to clean water is a global health crisis. Today, 785 million people—1 in 9—lack access to safe water. This means that these people, mostly women and children, must travel far distances to get water, instead of working or going to school or caring for their families. Helping people gain access to clean, safe water empowers them with more time for school and work and it contributes to improved health for people around the world.

Question

The first two sentences of this paragraph name the key concept. How do the underlined sentences help develop this key concept?

Answer 1

The underlined sentences provide specific information and statistics about the lack of access to clean water, highlighting the extent of the problem. They also highlight the negative impact this lack of access has on people's daily lives, particularly on women and children who have to spend time and effort to obtain water. This emphasizes the urgency and importance of helping people gain access to clean water.