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Which of the following is not a benefit of globalization? A. better use of limited worldwide water resources B. the spread of new ideas and technology among many nations C. increased efficiency as different nations share their best products D. the creation of a global village to share understanding Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following is not a criticism of globalization? A. Globalization has led to increased nuclear proliferation. B. Globalization has resulted in increased cultural diversity. C. Globalization has resulted in the spread of negative influences. D. Globalization has led to the exploitation of some countries. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements about the economy of Eritrea after independence is false? A. The population and economy of Eritrea face agricultural problems brought on by climate issues. B. Nearly 80% of Eritrea's population is employed in the industrial sector. C. Eritrea has a command economy. D. Eritrea is struggling with costly property damage caused by war. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements best describes the political situation in Eritrea following independence? A. Eritrea still has a transitional government; no national elections have been held, and no consistution has been implemented. B. Eritrea established a parliamentary monarchy after independence and quickly ratified a constitution. C. Civil war between Christians and Muslims has made establishing government control and stability nearly impossible. D. Eritrea failed to establish a system of government after gaining independence; warlords continue to battle for control. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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An intergovernmental orgainzation is best described as __________. A. any international corporation or organization B. an organization of states that pursue shared goals C. an organization that is beyond government control D. any international nonprofit humanitarian organization Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements about East Germany is true? A. East Germany dissolved when Poland invaded it in 1985. B. East Germany chose to reunite with West Germany in 1990. C. East Germany invaded West Germany to create a single country in 1992. D. East Germany's land was split between three countries in 1995. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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What are conflict diamonds? A. diamonds that are sold to raise funds for war B. diamonds that are fought over by more than one nation C. diamonds that are mined by prisoners of war D. diamonds that are sold under the table Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements best describes the path taken by Vietnam following independence? A. Vietnam immediately became a functioning democracy. B. A military coup resulted in the establishment of a dictatorship. C. Vietnam retained its emperor and created a constitutional monarchy. D. Civil war divided the country into a communist north and a democratic south. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following intergovernmental organizations is responsible for promoting safe workplace conditions and decent wages? A. the Asian Development Bank B. the World Trade Organization C. the North Atlantic Treaty Organization D. the International Labor Organization Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements best characterizes South Africa's economy immediately following the end of apartheid? A. It depended on the export of cash crops like rubber and coffee. B. It had limited manufacturing and depended on the export of gold. C. It diversified with widespread manufacturing and service sectors. D. It depended heavily on foreign investment and trade. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which European event triggered independence movements in Latin America? A. Moors deposed the King of Spain. B. Napoleon invaded Spain and Portugal. C. King Carlos of Spain invaded Portugal. D. The British defeated the Spanish Armada. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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The United Nations is the largest international organization in the world. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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What was the result of Vietnam’s civil war in 1975? A. American involvement helped the democratic South defeat the communist North, and a republic was established. B. American involvement helped the communist North defeat the democratic South, and a communist state was established. C. Despite American support of the democratic South, the North won the war and established a communist state. D. A peace treaty was signed, and the nation was partitioned into a communist North and a democratic South. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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