Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which two political ideas were most influential in Europe after World War II?

A
democracy and theocracy
B
socialism and communism
C
democracy and communism
D
socialism and theocracy
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Why is French still used as the language for commerce in Morocco and Algeria?

A
Both countries are seeking membership in the European Union, which requires the use of a European language.
B
Arabic is used only for religious purposes, and it is sacrilegious to use it for anything else.
C
Both countries are former colonies of France.
D
The French prime minister is the head of state for both countries.
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The active seismic region surrounding the Pacific Ocean is known as the __________.

A
Great Barrier Reef
B
Ring of Fire
C
Great Artesian Basin
D
Vinson Massif region
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The majority of Europe’s raw materials are imported. Consider the relationship between that fact and the air and water pollution in Europe today. What best explains this relationship?

A
Europe imports large amounts of raw materials for its manufacturing industry, and industrialization without regulation has resulted in air and water pollution.
B
Europe requires large amounts of raw materials to replace those which have been depleted, and the mining and lumbering of Europe’s raw materials led to air and water pollution.
C
The region is struggling with air and water pollution caused by careless farming practices.
D
The Industrial Revolution is largely to blame for the air and water pollution in Europe today.
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During the __________ Revolution of the 18th and 19th centuries, Europe underwent major developments in industry.

A
Agricultural
B
Industrial
C
Social
D
Environmental
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The government of New Zealand reached a settlement with the Maori people in 1995. Which of the following was not one of that terms that was agreed upon in that settlement?

A
The government returned some the land to the Maori people.
B
The Maori people received payment from the government.
C
The government of New Zealand issued a formal apology to the Maori people.
D
Maori was added as an official language.
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Which of the following statements about the economies of the Pacific Islands is false?

A
Tourism is an important part of the economies of the Pacific Islands.
B
Each Pacific Island economy centers around the production of wool products.
C
Some island countries receive aid from wealthier nations.
D
Most Pacific Island countries import large quantities of raw materials in order to export finished products.
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Which of the following statements about the economies of the Pacific Islands is false?

A
Tourism is an important part of the economies of the Pacific Islands.
B
Each Pacific Island economy centers around the production of wool products.
C
Some island countries receive aid from wealthier nations.
D
Most Pacific Island countries import large quantities of raw materials in order to export finished products.
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Which of the following statements best explains the relationship between medicines and concerns about the shrinking of the Amazon Rainforest?

A
In an effort to protect the Amazon, the Brazilian government has limited the amount of medical research that can be done in the rainforest.
B
Creating medicine requires large amounts of resources, and harvesting these resources is leading to deforestation of the Amazon.
C
The byproducts of many medicines are responsible for polluting the Amazon River.
D
Many medicines are created from plants in the rainforest; without them, doctors and scientists may not be able to treat and cure many diseases.
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The traditional physical boundary between Europe and Asia is the __________.

A
Pyrenees
B
Himalayan Mountain Range
C
Ural Mountain Range
D
Ganges River
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The post-colonial political climate of most Latin American countries is best described as __________.

A
stable; following independence, most countries established democratic governments that have been largely successful
B
stable; following independence, most countries established dictatorial governments that have been largely successful.
C
unstable; following independence, many countries experienced shifting political leadership, coups, and civil wars
D
unstable; following independence, many countries elected a series of democratic leaders who were ineffective
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The primary intent of the European Union is to __________ by increasing economic and political relations between member nations.

A
create a space exploration program
B
diminish the role of religion in government
C
prevent future conflict on the continent
D
strengthen public education
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Since 1965, the majority of immigrants to the United States have come from __________.

A
Eastern Europe and Africa
B
Latin America and Asia
C
Western Europe and the Pacific Islands
D
Oceania and Africa

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