Question 1

It is predicted that if current water consumption patterns continue,by 2050

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A)  nearly 100 percent of people will lack freshwater. 
B)  nearly all people will have gained access to fresh­ water. 
C)  7 billion people in 60 countries will be facing a water shortage. 
D)  most countries will have to depend on water sources that originate outside their borders. 
A)  nearly 100 percent of people will lack freshwater. 
B)  nearly all people will have gained access to fresh­ water. 
C)  7 billion people in 60 countries will be facing a water shortage. 
D)  most countries will have to depend on water sources that originate outside their borders.

Question 2

Discuss the controversy over whaling.Given that whale populations have rebounded does this mean that the ban has been successful?

Accepted Answer

The ban has helped populations to reboun

Question 3

Approximately what percentage of the world's water is readily available for human consumption?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 percent 
B)  10 percent 
C)  50 percent 
D)  more than 95 percent 
A)  1 percent 
B)  10 percent 
C)  50 percent 
D)  more than 95 percent

Question 4

Individuals who believe that humans are doing serious,irreversible damage to the environment are espousing environmental

Accepted Answer

A)  pessimism. 
B)  optimism. 
C)  absolutism. 
D)  relativism. 
A)  pessimism. 
B)  optimism. 
C)  absolutism. 
D)  relativism.

Question 5

Which of the following statements regarding ground pollution is true?

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A)  Ground pollution is only a domestic concern since it is concentrated within geographic boundaries. 
B)  EDCs are responsible for ground pollution in LDCs because they annually ship millions of tons of hazardous waste to LDCs. 
C)  LDCs are responsible for ground pollution around the globe because they lack the appropriate treatment facilities to handle the waste. 
D)  Ground pollution has been greatly reduced globally as the result of strict international regulations that prohibit the transportation of hazardous waste. 
A)  Ground pollution is only a domestic concern since it is concentrated within geographic boundaries. 
B)  EDCs are responsible for ground pollution in LDCs because they annually ship millions of tons of hazardous waste to LDCs. 
C)  LDCs are responsible for ground pollution around the globe because they lack the appropriate treatment facilities to handle the waste. 
D)  Ground pollution has been greatly reduced globally as the result of strict international regulations that prohibit the transportation of hazardous waste.

Question 6

Some argue that animals' deaths are regrettable but perhaps a natural consequence of the need of humans to survive by exploiting the Earth's resources.Is it more humane and ethical for animals and plants to become extinct rather than people? Comment on the implications of your view.

Accepted Answer

Most arguments for the protection of non

Question 7

During gasoline shortages in the early 1970s,there were reports of violence as tempers flared while people waited in long lines for automobile fuel.When the world depletes its supply of petroleum or other natural resources,perhaps in less than 50 years,do you think that violence will erupt between states? Explain.

Accepted Answer

The answer should reflect an optimistic

Question 8

The largest percentage of deforestation is in the

Accepted Answer

A)  northern European woodlands. 
B)  North American forests. 
C)  tropical forests. 
D)  woodlands. 
A)  northern European woodlands. 
B)  North American forests. 
C)  tropical forests. 
D)  woodlands.

Question 9

The population base multiplier effect is a problem because

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A)  the rate of growth is increasing because with a larger population base there are more potential parents. 
B)  the rate of growth is impossible to predict. 
C)  there may not be enough new children to fill the ranks of an aging workforce. 
D)  the rate of growth from new births is not fast enough to overcome the effect of longer lifespans. 
A)  the rate of growth is increasing because with a larger population base there are more potential parents. 
B)  the rate of growth is impossible to predict. 
C)  there may not be enough new children to fill the ranks of an aging workforce. 
D)  the rate of growth from new births is not fast enough to overcome the effect of longer lifespans.

Question 10

No country has yet become reliant on nuclear energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which country continues to kill whales under the guise of scientific research despite the International Whaling Commission's ban on commercial whaling?

Accepted Answer

A)  China 
B)  Sweden 
C)  United States 
D)  Japan 
A)  China 
B)  Sweden 
C)  United States 
D)  Japan

Question 12

Compare and contrast two contending views in the debate on global warming.Which of these do you find more compelling,and why?

Accepted Answer

Students should identify that the scient

Question 13

In talks surrounding the extension or replacement of the Kyoto Protocol,concerns on limiting emissions of industrializing nations remains an issue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In order for the South to develop economically yet responsibly the North must

Accepted Answer

A)  set strict regulations on natural resource consump­tion in the South. 
B)  provide a significant amount of financial aid to the South. 
C)  continue to promote growth in the South through natural resource consumption. 
D)  allow the South to develop economically before addressing environmental concerns. 
A)  set strict regulations on natural resource consump­tion in the South. 
B)  provide a significant amount of financial aid to the South. 
C)  continue to promote growth in the South through natural resource consumption. 
D)  allow the South to develop economically before addressing environmental concerns.

Question 15

Some analysts have suggested that water shortages may one day become a cause of international conflict.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A "green accounting" of a country includes what factors?

Accepted Answer

A)  human capital; gross national product; Kyoto ratification 
B)  gross national product; human capital; natural capital 
C)  gross national product; aid organizations; natural capital 
D)  natural capital; environmental optimism; Kyoto ratification 
A)  human capital; gross national product; Kyoto ratification 
B)  gross national product; human capital; natural capital 
C)  gross national product; aid organizations; natural capital 
D)  natural capital; environmental optimism; Kyoto ratification

Question 17

The idea that humankind will be able to meet environ­mental needs and hence be able to continue to prosper is a guiding principle of environmental

Accepted Answer

A)  pessimism. 
B)  optimism. 
C)  absolutism. 
D)  relativism. 
A)  pessimism. 
B)  optimism. 
C)  absolutism. 
D)  relativism.

Question 18

What might a neutral observer think of levels of international cooperation on global environmental problems? Do you think they might be generally pleased or displeased? Why?

Accepted Answer

The answer should recognize the economic

Question 19

Global warming is caused in part by carbon dioxide emissions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

About what percentage of energy is produced by environmentally friendly sources (hydroelectric,solar,geothermal,and wind power)?

Accepted Answer

A)  3% 
B)  15% 
C)  40% 
D)  85% 
A)  3% 
B)  15% 
C)  40% 
D)  85%

It is predicted that if current water consumption patterns continue,by 2050

Discuss the controversy over whaling.Given that whale populations have rebounded does this mean that the ban has been successful?

Approximately what percentage of the world's water is readily available for human consumption?

Individuals who believe that humans are doing serious,irreversible damage to the environment are espousing environmental

Which of the following statements regarding ground pollution is true?

Some argue that animals' deaths are regrettable but perhaps a natural consequence of the need of humans to survive by exploiting the Earth's resources.Is it more humane and ethical for animals and plants to become extinct rather than people? Comment on the implications of your view.

The largest percentage of deforestation is in the

The population base multiplier effect is a problem because

No country has yet become reliant on nuclear energy.

Which country continues to kill whales under the guise of scientific research despite the International Whaling Commission's ban on commercial whaling?

Compare and contrast two contending views in the debate on global warming.Which of these do you find more compelling,and why?

In talks surrounding the extension or replacement of the Kyoto Protocol,concerns on limiting emissions of industrializing nations remains an issue.

In order for the South to develop economically yet responsibly the North must

Some analysts have suggested that water shortages may one day become a cause of international conflict.

A "green accounting" of a country includes what factors?

The idea that humankind will be able to meet environmental needs and hence be able to continue to prosper is a guiding principle of environmental

What might a neutral observer think of levels of international cooperation on global environmental problems? Do you think they might be generally pleased or displeased? Why?

Global warming is caused in part by carbon dioxide emissions.

About what percentage of energy is produced by environmentally friendly sources (hydroelectric,solar,geothermal,and wind power)?

Thinking and Caring About World Politics

The Evolution of World Politics

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Nationalism: the Traditional Orientation

Globalization: the Alternative Orientation

Power, statecraft, and the National State: The Traditional Structure

Intergovernmental Organizations: Alternative Governance

International Law and Human Rights

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Exam 12: Preserving and Enhancing the Biosphere

It is predicted that if current water consumption patterns continue,by 2050

Discuss the controversy over whaling.Given that whale populations have rebounded does this mean that the ban has been successful?

Approximately what percentage of the world's water is readily available for human consumption?

Individuals who believe that humans are doing serious,irreversible damage to the environment are espousing environmental

Which of the following statements regarding ground pollution is true?

Some argue that animals' deaths are regrettable but perhaps a natural consequence of the need of humans to survive by exploiting the Earth's resources.Is it more humane and ethical for animals and plants to become extinct rather than people? Comment on the implications of your view.

The largest percentage of deforestation is in the

The population base multiplier effect is a problem because

No country has yet become reliant on nuclear energy.

Which country continues to kill whales under the guise of scientific research despite the International Whaling Commission's ban on commercial whaling?

Compare and contrast two contending views in the debate on global warming.Which of these do you find more compelling,and why?

In talks surrounding the extension or replacement of the Kyoto Protocol,concerns on limiting emissions of industrializing nations remains an issue.

In order for the South to develop economically yet responsibly the North must

Some analysts have suggested that water shortages may one day become a cause of international conflict.

A "green accounting" of a country includes what factors?

The idea that humankind will be able to meet environ­mental needs and hence be able to continue to prosper is a guiding principle of environmental

What might a neutral observer think of levels of international cooperation on global environmental problems? Do you think they might be generally pleased or displeased? Why?

Global warming is caused in part by carbon dioxide emissions.

About what percentage of energy is produced by environmentally friendly sources (hydroelectric,solar,geothermal,and wind power)?

Thinking and Caring About World Politics

The Evolution of World Politics

Levels of Analysis and Foreign Policy

Nationalism: the Traditional Orientation

Globalization: the Alternative Orientation

Power, statecraft, and the National State: The Traditional Structure

Intergovernmental Organizations: Alternative Governance

International Law and Human Rights

Pursuing Security

National Economic Competition: The Traditional Road

International Economics: The Alternative Road

Filters

The idea that humankind will be able to meet environmental needs and hence be able to continue to prosper is a guiding principle of environmental