Understanding Trump's Tariffs on Swiss Exports

Understanding Trump's Tariffs on Swiss Exports

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason behind Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Swiss exports?

Switzerland's trade deficit with America

Switzerland's trade surplus with America

Switzerland's high tariffs on American goods

Switzerland's refusal to negotiate trade deals

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did gold contribute to Switzerland's trade surplus with America?

Gold was subject to high tariffs, increasing its value

America stopped buying gold from Switzerland

Switzerland imported more gold than it exported

Switzerland exported significantly more gold to America than usual

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Swiss export, besides gold, might have frustrated Trump?

Watches

Pharmaceuticals

Chocolate

Cheese

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Switzerland's strategy to address the new tariffs imposed by Trump?

Offering America a sweeter trade deal

Imposing tariffs on gold

Reducing exports to America

Increasing tariffs on American goods

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did Switzerland face in negotiating with America?

High tariffs on American goods

Lack of significant trade offers

Increased demand for Swiss goods

America's refusal to negotiate