Contemporary Politics
What percentage of Americans would support "a leader who is willing to break some rules if that's what it takes to set things right"?
38% of Americans.
What is one significant factor in health inequalities?
(Any answer will be accepted)
- Unequal distribution of power
- Unequal distribution of income
- Unequal distribution of goods
- Unequal distribution of services
What was the meaning behind Dhul-Nun al-Misri's name?
He was on a ship where someone accused him of stealing jewellery. As he made duaa to Allah to vindicate him of the accusation, Allah caused some of the fish in the sea to rise up with the jewellery in their mouth.
Why was Kashmir’s accession to India controversial?
Based on the logic of the partition, it should have gone to Pakistan but it didn’t.
Why should a $5 garment raise concerns?
Labor is supposed to be the most expensive part of making something. As a result, when you buy something and it is only $5, someone got shortchanged.
Name 1 country that recognized the state of Palestine in May 2024
Any will be accepted:
- Spain
- Ireland
- Norway
What is an example of a Federal Canadian policy seen as undermining provincial interests in Alberta?
Alberta’s oil sands industry is a critical part of its economy, but federal carbon taxes and green energy initiatives are seen as undermining provincial interests.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, how is the U.S. population projected to change by 2050?
The U.S. Census Bureau projects that people of color will account for over half (52%) of the population by 2050, with the largest growth occurring among people who identify as Asian or Hispanic.
List three resources in which Jerusalem is rich in.
Any three will be accepted:
- Figs
- Olives
- Trees
- Blessings
List the four religions that have the largest populations in India-administered Kashmir.
- Muslim / Islam
- Hindu / Hinduism
- Sikh / Sikhism
- Buddhist / Buddhism
What is Patagonia’s philosophy/motto on fashion consumption according to the video?
"Buy once, buy well, and mend clothing."
What was the context for the outrage around Imane Khelif winning a gold medal at the olympics?
There were false claims that Khelif was male. These were fueled by Khelif's disqualification from the 2023 Women's World Boxing Championships, after she allegedly failed unspecified gender eligibility tests.
What is in-group bias?
When you join a group and are likely to develop positive feelings toward other group members and negative or distrustful feelings toward non-members.
How do communities play a role in health?
Communities can influence health through social cohesion, social support, and collective action
What three things did Prophet Suleiman as Allah for after he rebuilt Masjid Al-Aqsa?
1. Supreme wisdom/Sound judgement
2. A customized kingdom that no one after him would have
3. That whomever prays two rak'ahs in Masjid Al-Aqsa for the sake of Allah, would leave purified from their sins as the day their mother gave birth to them.
What law did Xinjiang’s government pass in 2017?
Xinjiang’s government passed an anti-extremism law that prohibited people from growing long beards and wearing veils in public.
List three countries across the world where Shein's popularity is soaring.
(Any three will be accepted)
- France
- Ireland
- Iceland
- Egypt
- Sudan
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- China
What did the United Nations first inquiry into October 7 find?
The inquiry found that both Israel and Hamas committed war crimes
What often happens to an individuals political opinions once they identify as a member of a political party?
Once people identify as members of a political party, they often switch their political opinions to match the positions of their chosen party.
List 4 social or economic inequities that drive health disparities.
(Any four will be accepted)
- Food
- Community, Safety and Social context
- Neighbourhood and Physical environment
- Education
- Health Care Systems
- Economic Stability
Why would Ibn Umar refuse even a sip of water when he went to Al Aqsa?
He wanted to go solely sincerly and solely for the sake of Allah Ta'ala.
What are 4 ways that the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting Sudanese communities?
(Any 4 will be accepted)
- An integrated water
- A sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program
- Child protection services
- Support for women and girls, including services for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV)
- Health and nutrition services provided through static health facilities
- Livelihood assistance through multi-purpose cash aid.
What alternative to buying clothes does model, Ijeoma, use?
Rent the Runway, which is a clothing borrowing service which allows you to rent clothes for either 4 or 8 days at a time.
What is the name of the provisional government created by the Syrian opposition after the overthrowing of Bashar al-Assad?
The Syrian Transitional Government
In the United States, what could incentivize political candidates to appeal to broader constituencies?
Reforms such as ranked-choice voting and gerrymandering elimination.
What is the risk if a person has multiple different types of adverse experiences?
They have a greater risk of depression and attempted suicide.
When Musa AS was dying and he was forbidden from entering into Jerusalem, what did he ask Allah SWT?
He asked Allah SWT to die a stone's throw away from the Holy Land.
How does the monsoon season impact Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh?
The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall and strong winds to Bangladesh, increasing the risk of floods and landslides.
What three steps has Shein taken to monitor labor law compliance?
1. They have stated that all suppliers would be required to comply with a code of conduct based on conventions by the International Labour Organization
2. They have built an in-house team that will monitor its supply-chain partners
3.They are engaging independent agencies like Intertek Group PLC to conduct regular audits of supplier factories.
Why did the the Brazilian Supreme Court uphold a decision to block the social media platform X (also known as Twitter)?
The block was due to what the Brazilian government determined to be rampant disinformation and Elon Musk's failure to name a legal representative to the country.