Political Science 007 - Contemporary World Affairs » Spring 2022 » Chapter 11

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Question #1
The metaphor known as the "tragedy of the commons" is widely used to explain the impact of human behavior on __________ systems.
A.   economic
B.   ecological
C.   political
D.   social
Question #2
"Sustainable" economic development means development that __________.
A.   uses resources in a way that gives them a chance to replenish
B.   is supported by the domestic economy and does not involve international trade
C.   is popular with citizens and does not threaten the stability of the government
D.   can serve as the sole basis for industrial economies
Question #3
In global environmental politics, it is hard to manage collective goods problems because of the __________.
A.   large number of actors
B.   small number of international agreements
C.   large number of international agreements
D.   small number of actors
Question #4
Which of the following is the greenhouse gas that accounts for most of global warming?
A.   carbon dioxide
B.   methane
C.   nitrous oxide
D.   chlorofluorocarbons
Question #5
How do greenhouse gases bring about global warming?
A.   They heat the surface of the earth as they become heated by the sun.
B.   They allow solar radiation to reach the earth's surface.
C.   They trap heat waves given off by the sun.
D.   They create holes in the atmosphere, allowing in more ultraviolet radiation.
Question #6
Nonterritorial waters are called __________.
A.   open ocean
B.   unclaimed seas
C.   disputed waters
D.   high seas
Question #7
__________ are examples of fossil fuels.
A.   Wood and hydroelectric power
B.   Coal and natural gas
C.   Oil and nuclear power
D.   Wind and solar energy
Question #8
Which of the following is characteristic of the beginning of demographic transition?
A.   declining birthrates
B.   increasing birthrates
C.   declining death rates
D.   slow population growth
Question #9
The end of demographic transition is characterized by __________.
A.   high death rates
B.   slow population growth
C.   increasing birthrates
D.   decreasing birthrates
Question #10
Which statement explains the relationship between population growth and per capita income?
A.   Lowering per capita income brings about a decline in population.
B.   Increasing per capita income generates population growth.
C.   Rapid population growth brings about an increase in per capita income.
D.   Raising per capita income slows population growth.

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