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Which of the following is not a reason for Taiwan to consider itself independent and sovereign?

A
Taiwan has declared its independence from China.
B
China has recognized Taiwan’s independence.
C
The US and other countries have recognized Taiwan's independence.
D
Taiwan was founded as a separate state after WWII.
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Which of the following nations has been accused of actively pursuing nuclear weapons technology in recent years?

A
China
B
Afghanistan
C
Iran
D
Pakistan
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According to the principle of self-determination, what is the only legitimate basis for the formation of a state?

A
the nation
B
patriotism
C
hereditary rule
D
inalienable rights
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Which of the following statements best explains why more than half of all Europeans are bilingual?

A
European laws require people to be bilingual.
B
Europeans must speak English in addition to their native language to find work.
C
Bordering European countries share close economic and cultural ties.
D
Most European children come from families of mixed ethnicity.
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Which of the following leaders is an example of an autocratic leader?

A
a prime minister
B
a president of a republic
C
a constitutional monarch
D
a dictator
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Which of the following areas has removed most restrictions on the movement of people between countries in its region?

A
Asia
B
Europe
C
North America
D
the Middle East
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Which of the following statements provides the best analysis of the origin of the conflict over Kashmir?

A
Burma and India fought over mineral rights in Kashmir.
B
Kashmiri refugees settled in Bangladesh and initiated the conflict with India.
C
China, India, and Pakistan claimed territory in Kashmir after the British left.
D
Sharia law was established in Kashmir but was replaced later by the Hindu majority.
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A quota allows an unlimited number of goods to pass between countries. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is not a negative effect of nationalism?

A
Too many ethnic groups desire independence.
B
Minorities in a society can be marginalized.
C
Nationalism can unify people in times of crisis.
D
Nationalism can lead to murder and genocide.

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