Global Development: Addressing Poverty, Inequality, and Sustainability

Question 1

What is the primary reason for poverty in developing countries, creating a cycle of deprivation?

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Limited access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities

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Corruption and lack of accountability in government

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Natural disasters and environmental damage

Question 2

Which perspective best addresses the ethical concerns surrounding development disparities?

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Empathizing with those affected and understanding their struggles

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Ignoring the issue as it's not our concern

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Donating to charities without addressing the root causes

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Blaming developing countries for their poverty

Question 3

How have historical events like colonialism, imperialism, and neo-colonialism contributed to the ongoing development gap between the Global North and the Global South?

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Colonialism and imperialism led to unfair economic systems and resource exploitation in the Global South, contributing to its underdevelopment.

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Geography alone, like climate and resources, caused the gap.

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The Global North has always been more developed than the Global South, with no historical factors playing a role.

Question 4

Which factor is crucial for the success of development policies that aim to reduce poverty?

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Well-defined and measurable goals

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Abundant financial resources

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Enforcing the policy from higher authorities

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Focusing on immediate outcomes

Question 5

How does technology influence global development disparities? Can it both worsen and reduce these differences?

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Technology can both contribute to and alleviate global development disparities, depending on its use.

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Technology always widens global development disparities because the poor cannot access it.

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Technology only helps to reduce global development disparities when used for education.

Question 6

Development disparities often have a greater impact on vulnerable populations, such as women and indigenous communities. What ethical concerns does this raise?

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Development disparities raise ethical concerns about social justice and human rights, particularly for vulnerable populations.

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Development disparities do not raise any ethical concerns.

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Vulnerable populations are solely responsible for addressing the ethical challenges they face due to development disparities.

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Ethical concerns about development disparities mainly involve environmental issues.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a key factor that contributes to global poverty?

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Political stability

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Lack of access to education

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Environmental degradation

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Economic inequality

Question 8

What is the definition of 'sustainable development'?

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Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs

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Development that is solely focused on economic growth

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Development that prioritizes environmental protection over economic development

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Development that only considers the needs of the current generation

Question 9

What is the concept of sustainable development?

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Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations

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Development that focuses solely on economic growth

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a developed country?

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Low literacy rates

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High levels of economic growth

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Advanced infrastructure

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High standards of living

Question 11

Which region of the world faces the greatest poverty challenges?

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Sub-Saharan Africa

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Latin America

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Asia

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Europe

Question 12

Which indicator is NOT used to measure the level of development in a country?

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Number of cell phones per person

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Infant mortality rate

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Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita

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Literacy rate

Question 13

Which principle forms the foundation of sustainable development?

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Addressing current needs without compromising future generations

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Protecting the environment

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Promoting economic growth

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Ensuring social justice

Question 14

Which Sustainable Development Goal focuses specifically on eliminating poverty and its various dimensions?

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Goal 1: No Poverty

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Goal 2: Zero Hunger

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Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

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Goal 4: Quality Education

Question 15

Which Millennium Development Goal aimed to achieve universal primary education for all children?

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Goal 2: Achieve universal primary education

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Goal 3: Promote gender equality and empower women

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Goal 4: Reduce child mortality

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Goal 5: Improve maternal health

Question 16

Which measure is commonly used to assess income inequality?

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Gini coefficient

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Human Development Index

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GDP per capita

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Literacy rate

Question 17

What is the primary goal of the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals?

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To reduce poverty, hunger, and disease

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To promote peace and security

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To protect the environment

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To improve education and healthcare

Question 18

How can microfinance help reduce poverty and promote sustainable livelihoods? Explain its benefits and drawbacks.

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Microfinance offers small loans to the poor, enabling them to launch businesses and better their lives.

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Microfinance has no downsides and always benefits the poor.

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Microfinance is only effective in the short term and does not contribute to long-term poverty reduction.

Question 19

What is the term used to describe the process by which countries become more alike in terms of their development levels?

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Convergence

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Divergence

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Globalisation

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Modernisation

Question 20

Within the Development and Disparities unit, which concept is NOT a main focus?

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Climate Change

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Poverty

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Income Inequality

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Sustainable Development

Question 21

What is a potential consequence of significant global income inequality?

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Only A and B

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Social unrest and conflict

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Increased migration

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Environmental degradation

Question 22

Which of the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals aims to achieve universal primary education?

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Goal 2: Achieve universal primary education

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Goal 1: Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger

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Goal 3: Promote gender equality and empower women

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Goal 4: Reduce child mortality

Question 23

Which region of the world typically experiences high levels of both poverty and inequality?

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Sub-Saharan Africa

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South America

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South Asia

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Southeast Asia

Question 24

Which of the following is considered a key indicator of sustainable development?

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Human Development Index (HDI)

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Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

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Carbon footprint

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Ecological footprint

Question 25

Rapid urbanization in developing countries often brings challenges. Which of these is a challenge associated with rapid urbanization?

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Increased pollution and environmental degradation

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Improved sanitation and hygiene

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Enhanced economic opportunities

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Improved access to healthcare and education

Question 26

What is the definition of sustainable development?

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Development that meets current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own

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Development that focuses primarily on economic growth

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Development that prioritizes social justice over environmental concerns

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Development that promotes rapid urbanization

Question 27

What does the Human Development Index (HDI) measure?

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Progress in health, education, and income

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Economic growth

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Social equality

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Environmental sustainability

Question 28

What is the primary objective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

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To eradicate poverty, protect the planet, and promote prosperity for all

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To boost economic growth and development

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To combat climate change

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To improve healthcare and education

Question 29

What is the fundamental principle behind sustainable development?

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Meeting the needs of the present while preserving the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

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Prioritizing economic growth over environmental concerns

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Reducing inequality without addressing poverty

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Advancing technology without considering societal impact

Question 30

Sustainable development aims to meet the present needs of society without compromising:

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The needs of future generations

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Economic growth

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The use of renewable resources

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Political stability

Question 31

The Human Development Index (HDI) measures:

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Life expectancy, education, and income

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Economic growth and infrastructure

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Political stability and human rights

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Environmental sustainability

Question 32

Select the challenge NOT included in the Development and Disparities unit.

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Alternative energy sources

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Poverty

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Healthcare disparities

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Climate change

Question 33

Identify a common characteristic of less developed countries.

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Low gross domestic product (GDP) per person

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High literacy rates and skilled workforce

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Well-established infrastructure and transportation networks

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Advanced healthcare systems and high life expectancy

Question 34

How does the concept of sustainable development balance economic growth with environmental protection?

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Finding ways to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

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Prioritizing economic development at the expense of environmental sustainability

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Sacrificing economic growth to protect the environment at all costs

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Disregarding environmental concerns in favor of economic growth

Question 35

Which of the following is a typical characteristic of a less developed country (LDC)?

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Low per capita income

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High literacy rates

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Advanced healthcare system

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Strong infrastructure

Question 36

Which of the following is a key indicator of human development?

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Life expectancy at birth

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Gross domestic product (GDP)

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Military spending

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Levels of carbon emissions

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a key pillar of sustainable development as defined by the United Nations?

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Military strength

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Environmental protection

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Economic growth

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Social justice

Question 38

What is the term used to describe the widening gap between the incomes and wealth of the richest and poorest people within a society?

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Inequality

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Poverty

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Disparities

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Deprivation

Question 39

What does the Human Development Index (HDI) aim to measure, as defined by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?

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The overall well-being and quality of life of a country's population

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The level of economic growth and industrialization

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The extent of poverty and deprivation

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The literacy rate and educational attainment

Question 40

What is the term used to describe the process of a less developed country catching up with more developed countries, as theorized by economists?

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Economic convergence

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Economic divergence

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Economic diffusion

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Economic modernization

Question 41

How do varying global viewpoints on development impact the allocation of international aid?

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They influence aid distribution by guiding the criteria used to select recipient countries.

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They have no bearing on aid distribution, which is solely determined by need.

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They influence aid distribution by dictating the precise amount of aid given to each country.

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They have no bearing on aid distribution, which is solely determined by the interests of donor nations.

Question 42

What is the primary objective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations?

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To reduce poverty and inequality, improve education and health, and protect the environment

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To promote economic growth in all countries

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To ensure peace and security worldwide

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To advance technological development

Question 43

Which of these is a commonly used measure of inequality?

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Gini coefficient

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Human Development Index

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Life expectancy

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Literacy rate

Question 44

What does the Human Development Index measure?

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Life expectancy, education, and income

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Economic inequality

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Environmental sustainability

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Literacy levels

Question 45

Which is an example of a non-governmental organisation (NGO)?

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Oxfam

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The United Nations

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The European Union

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The World Bank

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Sustainable Development Goals?

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To start a global army

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To end poverty

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To make sure people are healthy and live well

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To build infrastructure

Question 47

In which region do most people live in extreme poverty?

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Sub-Saharan Africa

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North America

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Europe

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South America

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a key indicator used to measure global development?

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Number of mobile phone subscriptions

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Literacy rate

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GDP per capita

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Life expectancy

Question 49

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable technology?

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Wind turbines

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Coal-fired power plants

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Disposable plastic bags

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Nuclear reactors

Question 50

What is the primary objective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

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To end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all

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To promote peace and security worldwide

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To advance scientific research and innovation

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To strengthen international cooperation and partnerships

Question 51

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of sustainable development?

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Meeting current needs without compromising the needs of future generations

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Prioritizing economic growth above all else

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Rapidly depleting natural resources

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Ignoring the social and environmental impacts of economic activities

Question 52

How can the principles of sustainable development be applied to tackle the challenges of rapid urbanization in developing countries?

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Implement measures to promote sustainable urban planning, infrastructure, and housing.

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Prioritize economic growth over environmental protection.

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Focus on meeting the needs of rural areas instead of urban centers.

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Encourage urban sprawl to accommodate the growing population.

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a key indicator of poverty?

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High internet penetration

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Access to clean water

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Low life expectancy

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Lack of proper sanitation

Question 54

How does education contribute to reducing inequality?

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It enhances social mobility and economic opportunities.

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It provides equal job opportunities for all.

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It guarantees better healthcare for everyone.

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It reduces poverty rates directly.

Question 55

Which of the following is an example of a non-governmental organization (NGO)?

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UNICEF

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World Health Organization (WHO)

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International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Question 56

What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

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To meet the needs of present and future generations without compromising the environment

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To achieve economic growth at any cost

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To protect the environment at the expense of economic development

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To improve the quality of life for the wealthy

Question 57

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to economic inequality?

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Climate change

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Tax policies

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Differences in wealth

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Education levels

Question 58

How does sustainable development differ from economic growth?

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Sustainable development considers social and environmental impacts, while economic growth focuses primarily on economic indicators

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Sustainable development requires reducing economic growth to protect the environment

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Economic growth always leads to sustainable development

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There is no difference between sustainable development and economic growth

Question 59

Which of the following is an example of a micro-level approach to addressing poverty?

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Providing financial support to poor individuals or families

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Investing in large-scale infrastructure projects that create jobs

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Promoting international trade agreements that increase exports

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Establishing international development organizations

Question 60

Which of these is NOT a core element of sustainable development?

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Political turmoil

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Economic prosperity

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Social equity

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Environmental sustainability

Question 61

Which of the following is typically seen in developing nations?

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Low life expectancy

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High literacy rates

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Well-developed infrastructure

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Rapid economic growth

Question 62

What is the primary objective of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals?

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Eradicating poverty and hunger

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Promoting peace and justice

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Protecting the planet

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Ensuring education for all

Question 63

What is the term for reducing the impact of human activities on the environment?

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Sustainable consumption

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Environmental protection

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Climate change adaptation

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Pollution control

Question 64

How can education effectively contribute to reducing global income disparities?

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It empowers individuals with knowledge and skills to improve their earning potential.

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It guarantees universal access to healthcare and well-being.

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It directly eliminates political instability and conflicts.

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It fosters peace and security among nations.