Topic 9.2 The Spread of DISEASE in a GLOBALIZED World

What is considered a major challenge in the globalized world?

• Technology advancements

• Economic prosperity

• Disease

• Cultural exchanges

Which disease is primarily spread by mosquitoes?

• Tuberculosis

• Malaria

• HIV/AIDS

• Influenza

What year did the 1918 influenza pandemic occur?

• 1918

• 1980

• 2020

• 1910

Which pandemic is known for having a significant impact on people of working age?

• COVID-19

• 1918 Influenza

• HIV/AIDS

• Spanish Flu

In which decade did HIV/AIDS lead to millions of deaths worldwide?

• 1990s

• 1980s

• 1970s

• 2000s

What was a significant barrier to HIV/AIDS research in the early years?

• Lack of technology

• Prejudices and funding

• Vaccine development

• Global cooperation

What was a major societal impact of COVID-19?

• Economic prosperity

• Closure of schools and businesses

• Technological regression

• Increased global travel

Which disease is associated with memory loss and affects the aging population?

• Malaria

• Heart disease

• Tuberculosis

• Alzheimer's disease

What contributes to the prevalence of heart disease in developed nations?

• Genetic factors

• Lack of medical technology

• Poverty

• All of the above

How has medical technology impacted diseases associated with old age?

• Reduced their prevalence

• Eliminated them

• Increased their prevalence

• Had no impact