Wk. 24 Economies in the Americas

What are the possible consequences of choosing a certain career? Mark all that apply.

• A. the amount of money you earn

• B. where you work

• C. what you’re interested in

• D. how much money you can spend

What is an effective way for a company to be more environmentally friendly? Mark all that apply.

• A. stop producing all goods that cause pollution

• B. find more efficient ways to make goods

• C. research ways to use fewer natural resources

• D. ensure that their products meet the standards

Look at the map. This map shows the location of the Panama Canal. What is true about the Panama Canal? Mark all that apply

• A. It's between South America and Antarctica

• B. It has helped Panama's economy

• C. It has made shipping goods faster

• D. It serves as a model for building canals

What do trade agreements do for the countries in the agreement? Mark all that apply.

• A. increases profits

• B. makes goods cheaper

• C. allows people to travel freely between countries

• D. reduces trade barriers

What is another good, like food, that is a need?

• A. house

• B. video game

• C. vacation

• D. television

What would be the first thing you should do when making a choice about your path in life?

• A. You should pick a major for your college degree.

• B. You should think about what you like to do.

• C. You should visit different universities to decide where you’d like to attend college.

• D. You should weigh all of your options to decide what is best for you.

What is the effect of the economy growing?

• A. people and businesses cause more pollution

• B. people and businesses become more aggressive

• C. people and businesses lose money

• D. people and businesses earn more money

Which countries have close economic ties with Canada? Mark all that apply.

• A. Mexico

• B. The United States

• C. Britain

• D. Brazil

How could Adam Smith’s concept of division of labor be applied in a school setting?

How could Adam Smith’s concept of division of labor be applied in a school setting?