21st Century History: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

What was the primary cause of the Great Recession that began in 2008?

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The subprime mortgage crisis

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The stock market crash

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The failure of major banks

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Government overspending

Question 2

What was the primary goal of the Paris Agreement on climate change?

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To reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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To promote renewable energy sources

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To adapt to the effects of climate change

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To establish a carbon tax

Question 3

How did the September 11th attacks impact U.S. foreign policy?

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Increased military interventionism and homeland security

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Greater emphasis on diplomacy

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Reduced international cooperation

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Withdrawal from global organizations

Question 4

Which event directly precipitated the commencement of the War on Terror?

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The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001

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The invasion of Afghanistan in October 2001

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The emergence of ISIS in 2014

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The collapse of the Berlin Wall in 1989

Question 5

Identify a significant economic consequence of the Great Recession in the United States:

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Heightened unemployment rates and mortgage foreclosures

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Inflationary pressures and elevated interest rates

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Sustained stock market growth and increased consumer spending

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Rapid technological advancements and job creation

Question 6

How did the deployment of drones in warfare influence the War on Terror?

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Enabled targeted strikes while minimizing risks to U.S. troops

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Resulted in increased civilian casualties

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Eliminated the need for ground forces in conflict zones

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Had negligible impact on the course of the war

Question 7

Which event prompted the initiation of the War on Terror?

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The September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks

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The invasion of Afghanistan

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The establishment of Guantanamo Bay detention camp

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The passage of the Patriot Act

Question 8

What was the primary catalyst for the Great Recession?

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The subprime mortgage crisis

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The stock market crash

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The credit default crisis

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The housing market collapse

Question 9

Which social media platform gained popularity in the early 21st century for its emphasis on concise, written updates?

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Twitter

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Facebook

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Instagram

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Snapchat

Question 10

Which event had the most significant and immediate impact on the political and social landscape of the United States in the early 21st century?

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The Attacks of September 11, 2001

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The War in Afghanistan

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The Great Recession

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The Rise of Social Media

Question 11

What was a primary cause of the Great Recession that began in 2008?

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The collapse of the housing market due to subprime mortgage lending

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The increased use of social media

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The end of the Cold War

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The death of Osama bin Laden

Question 12

Precise Question: Which event directly precipitated the launch of the War on Terror?

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The September 11 attacks

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The invasion of Iraq

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The bombing of the U.S. embassy in Kenya

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The Battle of Tora Bora

Question 13

Precise Question: Identify the characteristic that is NOT typically associated with social media platforms.

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Hierarchical structure

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User-generated content

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Real-time communication

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Permanent record of interactions

Question 14

Which event in 2001 marked the beginning of the United States' War on Terror?

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The September 11th attacks

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The invasion of Afghanistan

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The Patriot Act

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The creation of the Department of Homeland Security

Question 15

What was the primary cause of the Great Recession that began in 2008?

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Subprime mortgage crisis

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Stock market crash

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Energy crisis

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Government debt

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT considered a major trend that has shaped the 21st century?

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Expansion of the European Union into Eastern Europe

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Rise of social media

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Technological advancements

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Declining birth rates

Question 17

Which event marked a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy during the early 21st century?

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Invasion of Iraq in 2003

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Signing of the Kyoto Protocol in 1997

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Collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991

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Election of Barack Obama in 2008

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter?

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Strict privacy controls

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User-generated content

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Global reach

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Emphasis on real-time communication

Question 19

Which of the following was a primary cause of the Great Recession?

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Subprime mortgage crisis

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Dot-com bubble burst

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Global trade imbalances

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Deflationary spiral

Question 20

What was the main goal of the War on Terror?

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To eliminate Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups

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To establish democracy in the Middle East

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To secure access to oil resources

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To reduce global poverty

Question 21

In what way did the 9/11 terrorist attacks significantly impact US foreign policy?

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They led to the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq.

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They resulted in a shift towards isolationism.

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They strengthened relations with Cuba.

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They prompted a focus on climate change diplomacy.

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of the Great Recession?

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Increased government spending to stimulate the economy

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High levels of unemployment

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Falling stock prices and a decline in the value of assets

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Low levels of consumer spending

Question 23

Which event marked the beginning of the War on Terror?

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Terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon

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Invasion of Afghanistan

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Passing of the Patriot Act

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Establishment of the Department of Homeland Security

Question 24

Examine the economic and social impacts of the Great Recession on the United States.

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Increased unemployment, foreclosures, and poverty

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Improved job market, increased consumer confidence, and a rise in homeownership

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Reduced income inequality, improved access to healthcare, and decreased mental health issues

Question 25

After 9/11, how did the Patriot Act aim to strike a balance between national security and individual freedoms?

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Increased government surveillance with judicial oversight.

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Greatly limited individual rights for national security.

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Gave the government unlimited power to detain and question suspects.

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Banned the use of torture in interrogations.

Question 26

Which of the following events triggered the commencement of the War on Terror?

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The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001

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The invasion of Iraq

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The anthrax attacks

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The Madrid train bombings

Question 27

Which Supreme Court decision legalized same-sex marriage nationwide?

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Obergefell v. Hodges

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Roe v. Wade

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Brown v. Board of Education

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Plessy v. Ferguson

Question 28

How did the Great Recession impact the U.S. economy and society?

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Increased unemployment and economic inequality, leading to social unrest and political polarization

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Improved government regulation of the financial sector, preventing future economic crises

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Increased consumer spending and economic growth, boosting the housing market

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Reduced government debt and improved fiscal stability

Question 29

Which of the following events triggered the initiation of the War on Terror in 2001?

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The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001

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The bombing of the U.S. Embassy in Kenya

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The invasion of Iraq

Question 30

Which event in 2001 marked the beginning of the War on Terror?

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September 11th attacks

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Invasion of Afghanistan

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Oklahoma City bombing

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Madrid train bombings

Question 31

What was the primary cause of the Great Recession of 2008?

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Subprime mortgage crisis

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Natural disasters

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Government overspending

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Rising oil prices

Question 32

Which social media platform was launched in 2004?

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Facebook

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Twitter

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Snapchat

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Instagram

Question 33

How did the rise of social media impact the Arab Spring?

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Enabled coordination and spread of information

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Suppressed dissent

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Increased government transparency

Question 34

Which type of warfare has become increasingly common in the 21st century?

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Asymmetric warfare

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Guerrilla warfare

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Conventional warfare

Question 35

What has been a significant impact of globalization in the 21st century?

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Increased interconnectedness

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Reduced cultural diversity

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Economic stagnation

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Increased nationalism

Question 36

Which significant event in U.S. history marked the beginning of the 21st century and had a profound impact on the nation's security and foreign policy?

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The 9/11 terrorist attacks

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The Great Recession

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The election of Barack Obama

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The rise of social media

Question 37

What was a significant economic impact of the Great Recession on American society?

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Widespread job losses and increased unemployment

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Increased consumer spending and economic growth

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Strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other currencies

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Rising inflation rates

Question 38

Which technological advancement has had a profound impact on communication and information sharing in the 21st century?

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Social media platforms

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Quantum computing technology

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Virtual reality technology

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Artificial intelligence systems

Question 39

Which topic is NOT a major focus of the 'The 21st Century and Beyond' unit in your history class?

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The Civil Rights Movement of the mid-20th century

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The War on Terror and its global implications

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The Rise of Social Media and its impact on society

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The Great Recession and its economic effects

Question 40

Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-written MCQ stem?

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Clear, concise, and focused on a single main idea

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Irrelevant to the question and answer options

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Lengthy, detailed, and overly complex

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Ambiguous, open-ended, and subject to multiple interpretations

Question 41

What is a potential limitation of using MCQs in assessments?

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May not adequately assess higher-order thinking skills such as analysis, evaluation, or creativity

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Provide immediate feedback to students on their performance

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Can be used to cover a wide range of content and learning objectives

Question 42

Which of the following events marked the beginning of the War on Terror?

Accepted Answer

The September 11 attacks

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The invasion of Afghanistan

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The assassination of Osama bin Laden

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The passage of the Patriot Act

Question 43

What was a significant economic consequence of the Great Recession?

Accepted Answer

Increased unemployment

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Decreased interest rates

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Improved consumer confidence

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Increased stock prices

Question 44

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of social media?

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Allows users to connect with others and share information

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Is primarily used for professional networking

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Is regulated by strict privacy laws

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Requires a paid subscription to access

Question 45

Which of the following technological advancements has had the most significant impact on daily life in the 21st century?

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The development of smartphones

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The discovery of electricity

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The invention of the telephone

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The creation of the steam engine

Question 46

What is a key characteristic of the 21st century globalized economy?

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Increased interdependence of nations

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Reduced trade barriers alone

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The decline of multinational corporations alone

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The emergence of new markets alone

Question 47

Which of the following is a potential benefit of social media?

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Facilitates activism and social movements

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Protects users from cyberbullying

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Always provides accurate and reliable information

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Eliminates the need for face-to-face interactions

Question 48

What is a challenge associated with the use of social media?

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The spread of misinformation

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The inability to connect with friends and family alone

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The high cost of using social media platforms alone

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The lack of privacy alone