12/15/23 The World from A to Z

What is the main reason for men in Mexico to harvest grasshoppers?

• As pests

• As food source

• As decoration

• As pets

What percentage of Mexico's population lives below the poverty line according to the CIA World Factbook?

• 75%

• 15%

• 42%

• 60%

What is the main benefit of grasshopper biscuits according to the researcher at the National University of Mexico?

• High in sugar

• High in salt

• High in protein

• High in caffeine

What historic event occurred on December 15th, 1791 in the United States?

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Bill of Rights Day

• Declaration of Independence

• Ratification of the Constitution

What is the main purpose of reintroducing beavers to a district in West London?

• To provide entertainment

• To reduce air pollution

• To increase tourism

• To reduce flooding

What is the cost of a modern suit of armor used in jousting?

• $30,000

• $22,000

• $10,000

• $5,000

What is the main reason for jousting to be made an Olympic sport according to the video?

• To promote gender equality

• To preserve tradition

• To boost the economy

• To increase tourism

What is the significance of December 15th, 2001 for the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

• It was closed for renovations

• It collapsed

• It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• It reopened to the public

What is the main benefit of beavers creating dams according to Shaw McCormac?

• To increase water pollution

• To create a natural barrier

• To provide shelter for other animals

• To slow down the flow of water

What is the main reason for the popularity of jousting in modern Britain?

• To win tournament prizes

• To preserve tradition

• To promote gender equality

• To attract tourists