Latin America
What are three economic challenges faced by Latin American countries after World War II?
a. Inflation, b. Debt crisis, c. Dependence on exports.
During which decades did most African countries gain independence?
1960s and 1970s
Name the two major organizations involved in South Asia's independence movement.
a. Indian National Congress, b. Muslim League.
What was the Non-Aligned Movement? Why was it formed?
A group of states that did not formally align with either the Soviet or Western blocs; it was formed to maintain independence during the Cold War.
Which team won the first Premier League Title?
Manchester United
What is "import substitution"?
Import substitution is an economic policy aimed at reducing foreign dependency by promoting local production of goods.
What was the main goal of the Organization of African Unity (OAU)?
To promote unity and solidarity among African states and to eradicate colonialism.
Who was Mohandas K. Gandhi, and what was his approach to gaining independence?
Gandhi was a leader who advocated for non-violent resistance and civil disobedience.
Define "neocolonialism"
Neocolonialism is the practice of using economic, political, and cultural pressures to control or influence countries, especially former colonies.
Which team holds the record for the longest championship drought in professional sports history, and for how long.
The Chicago Cubs at 108 years.
Name two major cash crops exported by Latin American countries.
Coffee, Bananas, Avocado, Corn, Cacao Beans, Beef, Cashews, sugar
List two challenges faced by newly independent African nations.
a. Economic instability, b. Ethnic conflict.
What event occurred in 1947 that created India and Pakistan?
The partition of British India.
Name two ongoing challenges that many post-colonial nations face today.
a. Economic dependency, b. Political instability.
How many soldiers are in a battalion?
300-1000
Who was Salvador Allende, and what happened to him?
Salvador Allende was the first Marxist elected President of Chile; he was overthrown in a military coup in 1973.
Define "apartheid" and name the country where it was practiced
Apartheid was a system of institutionalized racial segregation in South Africa.
Approximately how many people migrated during this event?
About 10 million people.
How did the Cold War influence newly independent nations in Latin America, Africa, and South Asia?
The Cold War led to foreign interventions and support for authoritarian regimes to counteract communist influence.
Who is the best selling Latin American Artist of all time?
Julio Iglesias
Describe one contribution of Gabriel García Márquez to Latin American culture.
Gabriel García Márquez popularized magical realism in literature, blending magical elements with realistic settings.
Who was Nelson Mandela, and why is he significant?
Nelson Mandela was a leader in the anti-apartheid movement and became South Africa's first Black president.
What were the causes of the partition?
Religious tensions and demands for separate nations by Hindu and Muslim communities.
Discuss the impact of globalization on post-colonial nations.
Globalization can lead to economic growth, but also increases vulnerability to global market fluctuations and cultural homogenization.
Approximately how old is the Earth?
4.5 Billion years old