Colonial Impact and Geopolitical Concepts

What is a shatter belt in the context of political power?

• A region with no natural resources

• A fragmented region between powerful states

• A politically stable area with strong economic ties

• A region with a single dominant ethnic group

Which historical event is associated with the shatter belt in Southeast Europe?

• World War I

• The Gulf War

• The Vietnam War

• The Cold War

What is a choke point in geopolitical terms?

• A large open area with no strategic value

• A narrow passageway crucial for trade

• A region with abundant natural resources

• A densely populated urban area

Why is the Strait of Hormuz considered a significant choke point?

• It is a key location for agricultural exports

• It is the only passage to the Mediterranean Sea

• It connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans

• It is a major route for global oil trade

Which country currently controls the Suez Canal?

• France

• United Kingdom

• Egypt

• United States

What does neocolonialism refer to?

• The establishment of new colonies in uninhabited areas

• Economic and cultural influence over weaker nations

• Direct military control of a region

• Complete political independence of former colonies

How did European powers impact African economies during the colonial era?

• By focusing on cash crop exports

• By promoting local industries

• By encouraging technological innovation

• By establishing free trade zones

What is the Dependency Theory in the context of neocolonialism?

• A theory that suggests former colonies are self-sufficient

• A theory that promotes complete economic independence

• A theory that focuses on military alliances

• A theory that former colonies remain reliant on powerful nations

What does territoriality describe in political geography?

• A country's economic policies

• A nation's technological advancements

• A people's connection to a land

• A region's climate and geography

Which country has been involved in conflicts with Ukraine due to territorial claims?

• Germany

• Russia

• China

• United States