Unity & Identity
Which institution is often described as a unifying force in the UK despite political divisions?
The British monarchy.
Which social group in India has historically faced discrimination despite legal protections?
Dalits.
What do we call a city with more than 10 million inhabitants?
A megacity.
What international climate conference took place in Glasgow in 2021?
COP26.
What streaming platform did we study as an example of cultural influence?
Netflix.
What political process gave Scotland its own parliament in 1999?
Devolution.
Which constitutional amendment protects freedom of speech in the United States?
The First Amendment.
Which African city did we study through the example of the Kibera informal settlement?
Nairobi.
Which country granted legal personhood to a mountain considered sacred by Indigenous people?
New Zealand.
What intelligence-sharing alliance includes the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand?
The Five Eyes.
Which UK nation still relies on a power-sharing government established after the Good Friday Agreement?
Northern Ireland.
What term describes the presence of minority groups in films, television and journalism?
Representation.
Which city-state is often presented as a model smart city?
Singapore.
What is the Great Green Wall project designed to combat?
Desertification in Africa.
Which region has become strategically important because of melting sea ice and new shipping routes?
The Arctic.
In 2025, discussions about the future of the monarchy intensified after concerns about King Charles III's health. Why do supporters argue the monarchy remains important?
It provides continuity, national identity and political neutrality.
In recent years, many US universities have reduced or ended affirmative action policies following a major Supreme Court ruling. What was affirmative action designed to promote?
Greater equality of opportunity for underrepresented groups.
Many cities are now using AI-powered traffic systems and surveillance cameras. Which concept studied this year does this illustrate?
Smart cities.
In 2025 and 2026, devastating wildfires affected several regions around the world. What concept links environmental damage and social inequality?
Climate injustice.
Why are major powers increasingly interested in the Arctic today?
Access to resources, shipping routes and geopolitical influence.
Some analysts argue that debates about Scottish independence and Northern Irish reunification challenge what central idea studied this year?
The tension between unity and plurality.
Why do some activists argue that legal equality does not automatically lead to social equality?
Because discrimination and inequalities can continue despite laws protecting rights.
Following record housing crises in cities such as London, Toronto and New York, what challenge are urban planners trying to solve?
How to make cities more sustainable, affordable and inclusive.
Why is climate skepticism still influential in some parts of the United States despite scientific consensus?
Political polarization, economic interests and distrust of institutions.
Recent debates over TikTok, AI and digital platforms show that power in the 21st century is not only military. What form of power is increasingly important?
Soft power (cultural, technological and informational influence).