Global Issues Quiz

Which nation primarily led the Global War on Terror?

• Russia

• United Kingdom

• United States

• Iran

A major argument between the Israelis and the Palestinians is that each side

• wants to control oil resources in the area
• claims Israel as their homeland
• believes in different interpretations of the same religion
• has close military alliances with neighboring countries

Who were mainly targeted in the Rwanda genocide?

• Government officials

• Foreign nationals

• The Hutu ethnic group

• The Tutsi ethnic group

What was a significant act of terrorism attributed to Al-Qaeda in the early 21st century?

• The creation of the Islamic State

• The Soviet-Afghan War

• The September 11th attacks

• The establishment of a network in the late 20th century

What was a major factor contributing to the genocides in both Rwanda and Darfur?

• Economic prosperity

• International intervention

• Ethnic tensions and political power struggles

• A lack of natural resources

By the end of the Holocaust, over __________ Jews had been killed? 

• 2 Million
• 4 Million
• 6 Million
• 8 Million

The increased flow of trade, people, technology, culture and ideas among countries.

• Colonization

• International trade

• Globalization

• Decolonization

The action or process of a state withdrawing from a former colony, leaving it independent.

• Decolonization

• Coupe

• Colonization

What does the term "jihad" mean?

• Fighting between Israelis and Palestinians

• Fighting a war on terrorism

• Holy War

• Political War

What is a positive impact of globalization?

• Advancements in telecommunication technology

• Advancements in transportation

• Advancements in medical advancements

• All are positive impacts