HDI Index
What three things does the HDI measure?
Life expectancy, education, income
What was the country that ranked the lowest on the OECD flower graph?
South Africa
Which regions have high GDP per capita on the world map?
Australia, North America
What does GDP stand for?
Gross Domestic Product.
What galaxy does the Earth belong to?
Milky Way
Is HDI qualitative or quantitative?
Quantitative
Which country ranked 1st on the OECD flower graph index?
Norway
Which region of the world has very low GDP per capita?
Africa
What is the line that goes through the centre of the Earth?
The equator.
Who was the highest paid NRL player in the 2025 season?
Nathan Cleary
If a country has high HDI, what does this mean about its quality of life?
People are healthier, better educated, and earn more.
Does the OECD Index measure more things than housing, jobs, and safety? How many does it measure?
Yes - it measure 11 different things.
What are the two terms used to describe countries? (Both starting with D) Provide examples of each.
Developed (Australia, America) and Developing (African and South American countries)
What is work life balance?
It means people have enough time for rest, family, and personal life—not just work.
What is the most-watched YouTube video of all time?
Baby Shark Dance
Name one country/region with very high HDI levels.
Australia, New Zealand, North America
Name one wellbeing area the OECD index measures.
Jobs, income, housing, community, education, safety, environment.
What is the link between high GDP and high ecological footprint?
Wealthier countries often use more resources.
What is an example of a challenge affecting wellbeing?
Poverty, climate change, conflict, lack of education.
What is the only condiment that doesn't expire?
Honey
Why isn't HDI considered the strongest indicator of wellbeing (ranks)?
Only measures 3 parts of life, whereas there are other indexes like OECD that measure more and give a better understanding of wellbeing.
Is the OECD Index qualitative or quantitative?
Both (mix of numbers and opinions)
What is one global pattern shown across GDP, Happiness, and Ecological Footprint maps?
High GDP countries tend to be happier but use more resources
Why might GDP alone be a weak indicator of wellbeing?
Because it only measures money and ignores health, happiness, education, inequality, and the environment.
What is the name of the coffee shop on the TV show Friends?
Central Park