Big Ideas
Environmental Focus
Economics and Trade
Social and Ethical Terms
Grab Bag
100

What is Climate Change?

Long-term changes in Earth's weather due to human activity.

100

What is a Pesticide?

A chemical used to kill pests.

100

What is Global Commerce?

Trade and business on a worldwide scale.

100

What are Discriminatory Practices?

Actions that unfairly treat certain groups.

100

What is Reevaluation?

Reviewing or reconsidering something.

200

What are Greenhouse Gas Emissions?

Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere.

200

What is Toxic Industrial Waste?

Harmful materials produced by factories.

200

What is an Embargo?

A government order stopping trade.

200

What is Conscientious Individual Behavior?

Acting responsibly and ethically.

200

What is Deregulation?

Removing restrictions from an industry.

300

What is the Human Genome?

The total set of genetic information in humans. (DNA) 

300

How does climate change affect ecosystems?

It disrupts habitats, endangers species, and changes resources.

300

How does global commerce benefit countries?

It strengthens economies and promotes trade.

300

Why is it important to act ethically?

Helps society by promoting fairness and justice.

300

What does it mean to be reliant?

Depending on something heavily or entirely.

400

Explain National Debt.

The total amount of money a government owes.

400

How does toxic waste harm the environment?

It can pollute air, water, and soil.

400

Why might a government impose an embargo?

To pressure another country or protect local industries.

400

Give an example of discriminatory practices.

Hiring or housing based on biases.

400

How can reevaluation lead to positive change?

It helps identify and solve problems

500

How can individuals help fight climate change?

Recycling, reducing waste, and using renewable energy.

500

What are the long-term effects of pesticides?

Health issues, water contamination, and soil degradation.

500

Why might governments remove regulations on industries?

To encourage competition or reduce costs.

500

How does acting conscientiously benefit others?

It builds trust, reduces harm, and creates fairness.

500

Explain the term "centrist wing."

A moderate political group seeking compromise.