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this political system believes that you have to work hard to be successful
capitalism
Name two positives of communism (In theory)
- equal opportunity
- equality
- economic growth. It is easier to create business because of equal opportunity and less competitors.
- efficiency. Private groups don't get in the way of efficiently running a country.
- individual freedom
- less corruption = no private corporations.
What is a superpower, and what were the superpowers during the coldwar?
must answer both for full marks
A superpower is a very powerful and influential nation.
The superpowers during the cold war was USA and the Soviet Union
Who was the dictator in Italy - first and last name
Benito Mussolini
true or false: this is the definition of realism: Realism is an artistic movement where painting resemble photogtaphs
False. A way of thinking about reality, trying to be true to reality.
What is downsizing a euphemism for?
What are three negatives of capitalism
- equal opportunity is not real. Some people inherently have more than others.
- class conflicts
- major extremes (the 1% and poverty - wealth disparities)
- unequal distribution of income
- more, more, more - environmental effects.
- encourage corruption
What occurs during the symbolisation stage of genocide
It is characterized by naming different groups or distinguishing them through symbols, colors, or dress.
True or false: Marital status is a form of a demographic
True
What does the olympic logo represent
The olympic rings represent the 5 inhabitated continents - not including Antarctica or Australia (as Australia is recognised as Oceania)
Name two socialist countries
- India
- Guyana
- Sri Lanka
- Tanzania
- Algeria
- Nicaragua
- Nepal
What happens in the polarization stage of genocide
Propaganda is spread
Name 5 neutral powers during ww2
Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Turkey, Yemen, Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, San Marino and Vatican City
What is a sanction
A threatened penalty to prevent people from disobeying laws. For example, not buying products from a specific country.
What is the more popular name for the portrait officially titled “La Gioconda,” painted in Florence in 1503?
The Mona Lisa
What did Gregory H. Stanton do?
He developed the 10 stages of genocide modulus
The world capital cities of Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest all lie along what river, the second-longest in Europe?
Danube
What is a caliphate
A government under islam. Led by a caliph - the chief Muslim civil and religious ruler, regarded as the successor of Muhammad.
When was the UN established?
1945 (October 24)
What is this command term: Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with appropriate evidence and sound argument.
To what extent
What is an oligarchy
Power rests with a small number of people
- officials and/or rando rich people
True or false: This is the definition of a soft power: a potential super power/ a super power that is not as strong as other superpowers.
False. The actual definition is:
The ability to influence people through compromise, working together, and appeal to peoples best interest.
What is theocracy
A form or government in which a god or a deity is recognised to be the supreme civil leader, or in which a divinely guided individual is the ruler.
What does a funambulist walk on?
A tight rope
Name four socialist countries
- India
- Guyana
- Sri Lanka
- Tanzania
- Algeria
- Nicaragua
- Nepal