4.8 AMSCO Reading Flashcard

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What is one factor that can lead to the devolution of states? Options: Technological advancement, Physical isolation, Economic prosperity, Increased globalization

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Physical isolation

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What is the process called when some political power is transferred from the central government to subnational levels?

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Devolution

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Which of the following is NOT a force that can lead to devolution within a country? Ethno-linguistic divisions, Economic factors, Social conditions, Technological isolation

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Technological isolation

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How do governments often respond to tensions that may lead to devolution?

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By maintaining peace and order

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What is ethnic separatism?

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The advocacy of full political separation from a larger group along cultural, ethnic, tribal, or governmental lines

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Which regions in Spain are examples of ethnic separatism?

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Basque Country and Catalonia

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What is one reason for the ongoing conflict in the Kashmir region?

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Geographical isolation caused by mountain ranges

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What is ethnic cleansing as described by the United Nations Commission of Experts?

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A purposeful policy to remove an ethnic or religious group by violent means.

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Which historical example is NOT associated with ethnic cleansing? A) European colonists in North America against Native Americans, B) Hitler’s attempt to eliminate all Jews from Germany, C) The Basque group ETA's fight for independence from Spain, D) Poles forced to leave Poland after World War II

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The Basque group ETA's fight for independence from Spain

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What is the primary goal of terrorism as described in the text?

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To create fear for political goals