Conflict/Crisis Review

Since the Korean War, violent interstate conflicts have INCREASED in frequency worldwide. [they are happening more often]

• True

• False

Experts believe interstate conflicts have decreased because countries rely on trading with other countries for resources.

• True

• False

The work of organizations like the UN and NATO have helped reduce the number of violent interstate conflicts.

• True

• False

Which strategy should NOT be used to help solve or manage interstate and intrastate conflicts?

• Ask for help from another country

• Ask for help from an international organization

• Ignore the problem until it escalates into violence and war

• Try to solve the problem independently

The population most affected by intrastate conflict are members of the military.

• True

• False

Physical injuries & death are the only ways conflicts impact civilians.

• True

• False

Long-term effects of conflict can include psychological trauma, food insecurity, and poverty.

• True

• False

Conflict results in a growing number of refugees around the world.

• True

• False

One reason it is difficult to solve both interstate and intrastate conflicts is because there are many factors involved; it's hard to find an "easy" and "quick" solution.

• True

• False

Civil war, domestic terrorism, and organized crime are examples of _______ conflict.

• Interstate

• Intrastate