Tariff Debate Quiz

What is one reason tariffs may harm the economy, according to Side A?

• They make local goods cheaper

• They raise prices and disrupt the natural market balance

• They improve trade equality

• They reduce competition in foreign markets

How can tariffs affect global trade relations, based on Side A?

• They improve cooperation between countries

• They lead to retaliation and increase economic instability

• They make imports cheaper for consumers

• They promote innovation in developing nations

Who is most affected by the higher prices caused by tariffs?

• Everyday consumers, especially those with low income

• Wealthy business owners

• Foreign investors

• Government officials

Why might innovation suffer when domestic companies are protected by tariffs?

• It creates too many regulations

• Companies may become too comfortable and stop improving

• Tariffs force too much competition

• Foreign products become more creative

According to Side B, how can tariffs support national independence?

• By encouraging global partnerships

• By protecting key industries from foreign control

• By lowering inflation

• By helping large international companies

In trade talks, how can tariffs be used strategically?

• To pressure other countries into fairer trade rules or human rights standards

• To punish countries for exporting more

• To stop local businesses from growing

• To help balance global poverty

How can tariffs protect jobs, according to Side B?

• They reduce the cost of production

• They make foreign products better

• They help domestic factories stay open and employ more people

• They reduce automation in industries

What is a possible benefit of tariffs when it comes to trade imbalances?

• They make imports cheaper

• They encourage people to buy local products instead of relying on imports

• They stop exports completely

• They increase the trade deficit

What does “economic stagnation” mean in the context of Side A’s argument?

• The economy slows down or stops growing

• Jobs grow too fast

• Prices fall suddenly

• Innovation becomes more expensive

Which of the following best sums up Side A’s opinion?

• Tariffs cause more harm than good

• Tariffs help protect people

• Tariffs are needed for global growth

• Tariffs always benefit developing countries