1. which of the following is an economic benefit of investment in a developing nation by a developed nation?

a. a low-wage work force

b. strong economic infrastructure

c. well-developed trade markets

d. overall political stability

2. use the quote below from former united states president john f. kennedy to answer the following question:

"to fail to meet those obligations now would be disastrous; and, in the long run, more expensive. for widespread poverty and chaos lead to a collapse of existing political and social structures which would inevitably invite the advance of totalitarianism into every weak and unstable area. thus our own security would be endangered and our prosperity imperiled. a program of assistance to the underdeveloped nations must continue because the nation's interest and the cause of political freedom require it."—john f. kennedy, 1961

which of the following statements does kennedy's statement best support?

a. economic prosperity is tied to strong and stable societies.

b. totalitarianism is linked to strong and stable societies.

c. u. s. aid to developing nations will hinder the advancement of political freedoms.

d. the united states must focus on its own national interests.

3. how did the japanese economy recover so quickly after world war ii?

a. mass immigration to japan in an effort to rebuild

b. economic and educational reforms passed by the government

c. an economic partnership with korea and china

d. marshall plan dollars stimulated the japanese economy

4. a criticism of the american suburbs in the post-world war ii era was

a. that houses were far too expensive

b. that they lacked racial diversity

c. that they raised the issue of health concerns

d. that the divorce rate soared in the suburbs

5. a commonality among many religious fundamentalists is

a. an appreciation for and tolerance of all religions

b. an unwavering commitment to protecting basic human rights

c. an adherence to a modern and secularized world view

d. an interest in nationalism and political influence