Political Systems and Governance
What is a system of government where citizens vote directly or elect representatives?
(Answer: Democracy)
What international organization was established to promote peace and global cooperation?
(Answer: UN)
What trade agreement reduced barriers between Canada, the United States, and Mexico?
(Answer: NAFTA)
What term refers to the coexistence of varied cultures, customs, and languages within a society?
(Answer: Cultural Diversity)
What are highly destructive arms whose use is deterred by the threat of mutual destruction?
(Answer: Nuclear Weapons)
What is the term for a public vote on a specific issue or policy question?
(Answer: Referendum)
Which body of the UN is responsible for maintaining international peace and monitoring conflict?
(Answer: Security Council)
DAILY DOUBLE
What term describes taxes imposed on imported or exported goods?
(Answer: Tariffs)
What term describes the principle of fairness and equality within a society?
(Answer: Social Justice)
What term describes large-scale companies that influence global economics through trade, lobbying, and investments?
(Answer: Big Business)
What's the main function of the Charter?
protects fundamental human rights and freedoms
What organization regulates global trade to ensure smooth and fair exchanges?
(Answer: WTO)
What does the acronym BRICS refers to?
Emerging economic powers: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
What is the term for significant disparity amongst of wealth and resources among individuals or groups?
(Answer: Economic Inequality)
What term refers to independent organizations addressing social, environmental, and political issues globally?
(Answer: NGOs)
What is the legislative branch responsible for?
Creating laws
What is the acronym for the financial institution providing loans to countries in distress?
(Answer: IMF)
A domino effect of IOU promises not kept, at scale.
Financial crisis - Applied to mortgages - the housing crash
What is the extension of voting rights to all adult citizens called?
(Answer: Universal Suffrage)
What term refers to formal interactions and agreements between states?
(Answer: Diplomatic Relations)
What is the upper house of Canada’s Parliament, composed of appointed members?
(Answer: Senate)
Define globalization
The process of integrating economies, cultures, and politics across borders.
Define colonialism
Historical process of control and exploitation of one region by another.
What is the network of interactions among states and global organizations shaping global order?
(Answer: International System)