Which current global problem was initiated with the development of atomic weapons?
Global Issues

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Sara Crandell
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threats to the world from unrestricted nuclear proliferation
increased health risks for humans and animals from pollution
high carbon dioxide in atmosphere from deforestation
changes in weather patterns
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Nations are concerned about India, Iraq, Pakistan, and North Korea because of
Overpopulation
desertification
ethnic cleansing
nuclear proliferation
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Which environmental issue most concerns Central Africa, the Amazon River Basin, and the Malay Peninsula?
nuclear contamination
desertification
overpopulation
deforestation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In the 20th Century, urbanization affected the developing nations of Africa, Asia, and Latin America by
reducing literacy rates
weakening traditional values
strengthening caste systems
increasing the isolation of women
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which statement about the impact of the AIDS epidemic in both Africa and Southeast Asia is most accurate?
Life expectancy in both regions is declining.
The availability of low-cost drugs has cured most of those infected.
The introduction of awareness programs has eliminated the threat of the disease.
Newborn babies and young children have not been affected by the disease.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Issues created by deterioration of ozone layer & increases in amounts of acid rain show the need
rapid industrialization of developing economies
nuclear-powered electric generating facilities
better health-care programs
stricter pollution regulations
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Deforestation, acid rain, and the greenhouse effect are major world problems that indicate a need for
the development of mass transit systems in developing nations
cooperation between nations to reduce pollution and environmental destruction
an increase in the worldwide production of oil
a reduction in crop production in some areas of the world
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