War on Terror
Why did the United States invade Iraq in 2003?
to discover weapons of mass destruction
When was Isreal created?
1948
How have new technologies like personal computers and cell phones impacted the United States?
They make communication easier
Why is tourism important to South Carolina?
It improves local and state economies
What is cultural exchange (McDonalds in China)
sharing ideas between countries
Why did the United States take a leading role in the war on terrorism?
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 made people question national security
Why was Isreal created?
As a place for Jewish people to live
How have computers impacted modern society?
computers are used to manage information and operate businesses.
Why are state parks located near mountains?
State Parks help protect natural resources, like forests.
American goods being popular in Europe and Asia is called.....
globalization
What caused the United States to have a larger role in the Middle East in the last 20 years?
The growth of terrorism in the region
How did the muslim nations react to the creation of Isreal?
They fought to destroy Isreal
How has technology impacted the world?
increased global connections
What is a renewable resource that South Carolina is committed to?
Solar Panels
How has a global marketplace impacted the United States?
It forces workers to compete with foreign nations for jobs.
What was the name of the group that organized the terrorist attacks of 9-11?
Al-Qaeda
What was Operation Desert Storm?
A Gulf war led by the United States against Iraq in the early 1990's
What handheld device changed human communication in early 2007?
The iPhone
What are some natural resources in South Carolina?
forests, water, land
What is NAFTA?
North Atlantic Free Trade Agreement
To better fight terrorism, what group did the United States create after 9-11?
the Department of Homeland Security
What two things caused early conflict in the Middle East?
Religion and Politics
What is the name of the system used to access the internet?
World Wide Web (www.)
How does tourism help communities?
It brings in more money and new jobs
What countries are impacted by NAFTA?
Canada, Mexico and the United States