WSC Practice 2025

What was the original plan for Australia's Internet in 2009?

• Fiber-based Internet

• Copper wiring

• Satellite Internet

• Dial-up Internet

Which project faced significant delays and cost overruns in the USA?

• Three Gorges Dam

• California High-Speed Rail

• Big Dig

• Channel Tunnel

What technology has Japan used to combat loneliness?

• Television shows

• Care robots

• Social media

• Virtual reality

Which robot is known as a seal robot in Japanese care?

• Hug

• Aibo

• Paro

• Pepper

What percentage of countries reported a decline in living conditions in 2021?

• 100%

• 90%

• 75%

• 50%

What media format surged during the Covid pandemic?

• Podcasts

• Television

• Magazines

• Newspapers

What is a concern regarding parasocial relationships?

• Increased social interaction

• Promotion of harmful content

• Better mental health

• Enhanced community building

Which project is known for its environmental and social consequences?

• Sejong City

• Hambantota Port

• Three Gorges Dam

• NEOM

What is the main topic of discussion regarding news consumption?

• Encouraging news literacy

• Promoting positive news

• Limiting news consumption

• Increasing news coverage

Which country is associated with the NEOM project?

• South Korea

• Saudi Arabia

• Japan

• Australia