4.8 AMSCO Reading Quiz

What is one factor that can lead to the devolution of states?

• Technological advancement

• Physical isolation

• Economic prosperity

• Increased globalization

What is the process called when some political power is transferred from the central government to subnational levels?

• Federalism

• Centralization

• Devolution

• Nationalization

Which of the following is NOT a force that can lead to devolution within a country?

• Ethno-linguistic divisions

• Economic factors

• Social conditions

• Technological isolation

How do governments often respond to tensions that may lead to devolution?

• By ignoring the tensions

• By increasing central control

• By maintaining peace and order

• By dissolving the government

What is ethnic separatism?

• The advocacy of full political separation from a larger group along cultural, ethnic, tribal, or governmental lines

• The integration of different ethnic groups into a single political entity

• The promotion of cultural diversity within a single nation

• The enforcement of strict national borders to prevent ethnic mixing

Which regions in Spain are examples of ethnic separatism?

• Basque Country and Catalonia

• Andalusia and Galicia

• Valencia and Murcia

• Aragon and Castile

What is one reason for the ongoing conflict in the Kashmir region?

• The presence of large oil reserves

• Geographical isolation caused by mountain ranges

• Disputes over fishing rights

• Competition for industrial resources

What is ethnic cleansing as described by the United Nations Commission of Experts?

• A) A policy to integrate different ethnic groups peacefully

• B) A purposeful policy to remove an ethnic or religious group by violent means

• C) A strategy to promote cultural diversity

• D) A method to enhance economic development

Which historical example is NOT associated with ethnic cleansing?

• A) European colonists in North America against Native Americans

• B) Hitler’s attempt to eliminate all Jews from Germany

• C) The Basque group ETA's fight for independence from Spain

• D) Poles forced to leave Poland after World War II

What is the primary goal of terrorism as described in the text?

• A) To promote cultural exchange

• B) To create fear for political goals

• C) To establish economic stability

• D) To encourage international tourism