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Which of the following is a natural resource?

• plastic

• water

• fabric

• the internet

Natural resources are made . . .

• by man

• by the earth

Why is oil considered a non-renewable resource?

• it is found deep in the ground

• it is used to produce electricity

• it creates pollution when burned

• it takes millions of years to form

What are the goals of OPEC (Org. of Petroleum Exporting Countries) - choose all that apply.

• Steady supply of oil going out and money coming in

• World Peace

• Keep worldwide oil prices steady

• Explore Antarctica for oil extraction

The word used to describe the interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and population is:

• Nationalism

• Revolution

• Globalization

• Civilization

What do some people argue is a bad consequence of globalization? (Choose all that apply)

• Some cultures lose their unique elements

• Not everyone has access to the same technologies and innovations

• Everyone becomes wealthy

• Globalization helps the whole world

Which of the following is a positive outcome of globalization?

• Globalization gives everyone access to global food, clothing, and music

• The whole world is wealthy

• Globalization has led to disease

• Globalization has led to space travel

The process by which a society or place reaches an advanced stage of social & cultural development and organization is:

• Globalization

• Civilization

• Town and Country

• Urbanization

Where did all early civilizations form?

• Plains

• Mountains

• River Valleys

• Deserts

Why did civilizations need to form along rivers?

• Access to water for trade

• Access to water for farming

• Access to water for travel

• Access to water for swimming