Contemporary World Events and Globalization Quiz

What type of governments did the Arab Spring try to install in countries of North Africa and the Middle East?

• Democratic

• Socialist

• Monarchical

• Military

Which country successfully overthrew its government during the Arab Spring?

• Syria

• Tunisia

• Egypt

• Libya

What initiative did China establish to help other countries improve their infrastructures?

• Belt and Road Initiative

• Global Gateway Program

• Silk Road Project

• Infrastructure Alliance

The election of US president Donald Trump in 2016 signaled support for which aspect?

• Nationalism

• Globalism

• Socialism

• Environmentalism

What does mass production for a global customer base mean for consumers?

• Lower costs

• Higher quality

• More variety

• Less availability

Why do companies choose to build factories in certain countries in a global economy?

• Cheap production costs

• Many government regulations

• High labor costs

• Strict environmental laws

How has technology changed the way people spend time together?

• Online

• In person

• At work

• Outdoors

How have communist governments of the twenty-first century treated Christians?

• Persecuted

• Given more freedom to

• Ignored

• Supported

Where did Christianity experience significant growth in the twenty-first century?

• Africa and China

• Europe and China

• North America and Europe

• Australia and Africa

What is one reason companies build factories in countries with cheap production costs?

• To increase profits

• To reduce government regulations

• To improve working conditions

• To support local businesses