Define Unipolar World.
One dominant global power.
Define Information Age.
A period where information is created, shared, and accessed instantly through technology.
Define terrorism.
The use of violence or fear by non-government groups to achieve political goals.
Name two reasons why China had an economic growth in the 1990s.
Economic reforms, allowed some private businesses, and opened to foreign trade and investment.
Name two purposes of the United Nations.
Maintain peace, encourage diplomacy, provide humanitarian aid, support international law
Define globalization.
The increasing connection of countries through trade, technology, and communication.
Why was the rise of the internet a pivotal moment in human history?
It allowed for instant communication across the world and access to information any time.
Name two differences between terrorism and traditional warfare.
Traditional: countries v. countries, armies v. armies, clear battlefields, rules of war
Terrorism: groups v. countries, civilians often targeted, attacks can happen anywhere, often ignores rules.
What is China's nickname?
The World's Factory
Give an example of a military alliance.
NATO
Define multinational corporations.
Companies that operate in multiple countries.
Define Cybersecurity.
Protecting digital information and systems.
What was the goal of the war in Afghanistan?
Remove terrorist networks and stabilize the country.
What was the Belt & Road Initiative?
Investments in roads, railways, and ports.
Give an example of regional cooperation.
European Union (EU)
Define Economic Interdependence.
Countries rely on each other for goods, services, and resources.
Name two impact social media has had on the global stage.
Social movements (protests, activism), Cultural exchange, and political influence.
Why did the US invade Iraq?
Concerns about weapons, fear of instability in the country, desire to remove leadership.
Restore stability, strengthen government control, and rebuild Russia's global influence.
Name two global challenges.
Climate Change, Pandemics (COVID - 19), Migration & Refugee Crisis, Economic Inequality, Resource Scarcity
Name two challenges that appeared after the Soviet collapse.
Power vacuums, new nations, and regional conflicts.
Name two pros and cons of the Information Age.
Pros: Faster communication, access to knowledge, economic growth, and global connections
Cons: Misinformation, privacy concerns, cyber attacks, and digital divide.
What was the name of the extremist group that appeared in Iraq and Syria, after the Iraq war?
ISIS
Name the two regional conflicts Russia became involved in.
Annexation of Crimea, War in Ukraine
Name two global challenges.
Climate Change, Pandemics (COVID - 19), Migration & Refugee Crisis, Economic Inequality, Resource Scarcity