"The world ahead 2024", The Economist

Choose the word that completes the expression:

to ... national elections

• bring

• hold

• do

• take

What does "to have repercussions" mean?

• To have positive outcomes or benefits

• To have no impact or effect

• To have indirect and often unintended consequences

• To have immediate and direct effects

What does it mean to "head to the polls"?

• To physically travel to a specific geographical location

• To participate in a voting process, especially during an election

• To engage in a debate or discussion regarding political matters

• To observe and monitor political campaigns

What is "a geopolitical flashpoint"?

• A location where intense sunlight creates significant glare

• An area where frequent power outages occur due to geopolitical tensions

• A region or issue marked by political, military, or territorial tensions with the potential to escalate into conflict

• A place where political leaders meet to discuss global strategies and alliances

What does the expression "the stakes are high" mean?

• The betting odds are favorable

• The situation involves risks or consequences that are significant or important

• The competition is friendly and non-competitive

• The rewards are uncertain and insignificant

What does it mean "to pursue a strategy"?

• To randomly adopt different approaches without a defined goal

• To abandon a previously established plan and start anew

• To hesitate between multiple plans without taking action

• To follow a specific plan or set of actions aimed at achieving a particular objective

What does it mean "to deter an invasion"?

• To encourage and support an invasion

• To prevent an invasion from occurring through diplomatic means

• To delay an invasion intentionally

• To strengthen the forces planning an invasion

The opposite word for "deter" is:

• discourage

• put off

• hasten

• prevent

What does it imply when a "threat is tangible"?

• The threat is abstract and difficult to perceive

• The threat is insignificant and easily manageable

• The threat is immediate, clear, and physically perceptible

• The threat is constantly changing and unpredictable

What is an eVTOL?

• An electronic vehicle used for terrestrial operations and logistics

• An electric-powered car designed for long-distance travel

• An enhanced version of traditional online transportation systems

• An electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft