SAGE News Clips: Homeless in HawaiiDespite living in a situation of economic vulnerability, 40% of the homeless in Hawaii have jobs. Even with work, many are unable to afford a place to live in one of the most expensive housing markets in the United States. In this video, we see city crews demolish homeless camps despite housing advocates' push for more affordable housing.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 37, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:According to the video, which of the following is a unique challenge that Hawaii faces in dealing with its homelessness problem?
A. inefficient local governments
B. limited volunteer support from the community
C. the geographic isolation of the homeless
D. a flagging job market
Answer: C
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