Deck 14: Global Issue 2: The Global Refugee Crisis

Question 1

When was the last time this number of refugees were on the move?

A) During the Roman Empire
B) During the Great Depression
C) During and after World War I
D) During and after World War II

Answer 1

During and after World War II

Question 2

Why are many of the borders in the Middle East considered illegitimate?

A) Arabs had little input into drawing them
B) The British and French drew them after World War I
C) The borders often do not reflect geographical and ethnic realities.
D) All of the above.

Answer 2

All of the above.

Question 3

Which country serves as the primary gateway for Syrian refugees into Europe (the eastern route)?

A) Turkey
B) Egypt
C) Libya
D) Spain

Answer 3

Turkey

Question 4

Which country serves as the primary gateway for many African refugees into Europe (the western route)?

A) Turkey
B) Egypt
C) Libya
D) Spain

Question 5

Why have some Europeans and Americans argued against accepting Middle Eastern refugees?

A) The refugees have a hard time assimilating.
B) Refugees are trying to impose Sharia law.
C) Refugees undermine women's rights and secular culture.
D) All of the above.

Question 6

Which country has been most receptive to the Syrian refugees?

A) Germany
B) Great Britain
C) France
D) Russia

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a step proposed by the text that will help in the current refugee crisis?

A) Wealthy countries should provide more funding to international organizations dealing with refugees.
B) UN or coalition forces should intervene in Syria to stop the flow of refugees at its source.
C) Countries like France and the United States should follow Germany's example and admit more refugees.
D) Small loans programs should be designed for refugees to help them open small businesses in host countries.