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Fourth World

Okay kiddo, let me try to explain what the fourth world means.

Do you know how there are different countries in the world, like the United States, Canada, and France? Well, sometimes people groups live in a country but they are not treated very well.

The Fourth World is a term used to talk about these people groups. These people have been left behind because they are very poor, and their governments can’t or won’t help them. They are often discriminated against because of their culture or where they live.

The Fourth World can also mean different things to different people. Some people use it to talk about indigenous groups, which means they were there first. Others use it to talk about people who have been forced to leave their homes because of war or natural disasters.

Overall, the Fourth World is a term used to talk about people who have been left behind and need help. We need to work hard to make sure they get the help they need, so they can have a better life.
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