21. Reading Quiz #21

What event in 1974 significantly impacted the political landscape of Cyprus?

• Cyprus gained independence from the United Kingdom

• Cyprus joined the European Union

• Cyprus was partitioned into separate governments and territories

• Cyprus became a unitary state

What is the name of the northern portion of Cyprus?

• Republic of Cyprus

• Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

• Greek Republic of Northern Cyprus

• United Cyprus

Which country is an example of a unitary state?

• United States

• Canada

• United Kingdom

• Germany

In France's unitary system, what is the term used for its major subunits?

• Prefectures

• Provinces

• States

• Counties

Which country is described as having a unitary state with four constituent units?

• Japan

• Norway

• The United Kingdom

• France

What is a key characteristic of a federal state?

• Power is concentrated in a central government.

• Regional units have limited autonomy.

• Power is shared between a national government and regional units.

• It has a single, unified legal system.

In a unitary system, what often bolsters patriotism?

• The sense of uniformity from the central system

• The diversity of regional cultures

• The autonomy of local governments

• The complexity of the political structure

What is one negative effect of nationalism mentioned in the text?

• Increased pride in cultural accomplishments

• Exclusion of groups deemed outside of the national norm

• Stronger desire to find common good

• Increased support for policy initiatives

What is one advantage of federal states mentioned in the text?

• Increased centralization of power

• Reduction of conflict between regions

• Uniformity in laws across the country

• Decreased political participation

Which of the following is a disadvantage of federal states according to the text?

• Increased efficiency in government

• Boosts political participation

• Roadblocks at the state or local level

• Uniformity in addressing national issues