Question 1

The world's population is currently estimated to be:

Accepted Answer

As of 2021, the estimated world population is 7.5 billion according to the United Nations.

Question 2

The number of international migrants is:

Accepted Answer

According to the United Nations, the number of international migrants globally in 2015 was 244 million.

Question 3

If a country has a crude birth rate of 40 births per 1000 people in their population, and have a crude death rate of 10 deaths per 1000 people in their population, what is the natural increase rate as a percentage?

Accepted Answer

Natural increase rate = (crude birth rate - crude death rate) / 10

Natural increase rate = (40 - 10) / 10

Natural increase rate = 3

Therefore, the natural increase rate is 3% as a percentage.

Question 4

If a country has a crude birth rate of 40 births per 1000 people in their population, a crude death rate of 10 deaths per 1000 people in their population, and a net migration of -5 people per 1000 people in their population, what is the population growth rate as a percentage?

Accepted Answer

The population growth rate is calculated as (birth rate - death rate + net migration rate) per 1000 people. Here, it is (40 - 10 - 5) = 25 per 1000, which is 2.5% when converted to a percentage.

Question 5

If a country has a crude birth rate of 40 births per 1000 people in their population, and have a crude death rate of 10 deaths per 1000 people in their population, what is the doubling time for this country?

Accepted Answer

To calculate the doubling time, we use the rule of 70, which is approximately the number of years it takes for a population to double. The formula is 70 divided by the growth rate (in this case, the difference between the birth rate and death rate). So, 70 divided by (40-10) = 70/30 = 2.33 (rounded to 2 decimal places). Therefore, the doubling time is approximately 23 years.

Question 6

In Thailand population policies have resulted in:

Accepted Answer

Thailand's population policies, such as promoting family planning and reducing infant mortality rates, have led to a decrease in natural increase rates.

Question 7

In Singapore the natural increase rate is:

Accepted Answer

The government of Singapore has implemented various policies to encourage childbirth and to cope with the challenges of an aging population. Despite these efforts, the fertility rate remains below the replacement level, which is the level needed to keep the population stable without immigration.
Therefore, the correct answer to the question is:
B) positive
However, it is important to note that this information may change over time, and it is always a good idea to check the most recent data from reliable sources such as the Singapore Department of Statistics or other authoritative demographic research institutions for the latest figures on natural increase rate.

Question 8

In India population policies have promoted:

Accepted Answer

India's population policies have promoted various measures including sterilization, family planning, and female empowerment. The government has launched various programs and schemes to encourage couples to have fewer children, to promote the use of contraceptives, and to educate women about reproductive health. Additionally, laws have been enacted to prohibit sex-selective abortions and to provide equal rights and opportunities to women. All of these measures aim to help control population growth and improve the overall well-being of citizens.

Question 9

Money sent by migrants to their home country are referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Remittances are specifically the money that migrants send back to their home country, often to support their families or invest in their communities. Basic income, basic needs, fiscal austerity, and structural adjustment are not directly related to migrant remittances.

Question 10

Families in traditional rural areas end to have more children because:

Accepted Answer

In traditional rural areas, children are often seen as an economic asset since they can provide labor for the family's agricultural work and contribute to household income. Therefore, families tend to have more children as it means more hands to work on the farm and increase their income.

Question 11

Soft power is usually exercised through:

Accepted Answer

Soft power is the ability to influence others through persuasion and attraction, based on shared norms and values. It is different from military domination and physical coercion, which are forms of hard power. Soft power can include aspects such as cultural exchange, diplomatic engagement, and the promotion of ideology and ideals.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is not true about civil society?

Accepted Answer

Civil society is not established to merely implement government policies, but rather to hold the government accountable and advocate for the interests of citizens.

Question 13

Which one of the following is true regarding North Korea's relation with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty?

Accepted Answer

North Korea did sign the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in 1985 but withdrew in 2003, following the Bush administration's decision to label it part of the "Axis of Evil."

Question 14

In what sense is media a double-edged sword in today's world?

Accepted Answer

Media can be used to either hinder or facilitate political communication. While it can be a powerful tool for spreading information and raising awareness about political issues, it can also be manipulated and controlled by those in power to spread propaganda and misinformation. This duality of media makes it a double-edged sword.

Question 15

Which of the following is not true about the relation between Western colonial powers and women's rights in their colonies?

Accepted Answer

The statement "The Western colonial powers enhanced women's empowerment in their colonies in all aspects" is not entirely true. While some Western colonial powers did bring about some changes in terms of women's rights and empowerment, these changes were not always consistent across all aspects of women's lives or across all colonies. Additionally, some Western colonial powers actually reinforced patriarchal norms and systems of oppression in their colonies.

Question 16

Which of the following is a unique contribution of Hillary Clinton's Feminist Foreign Policy?

Accepted Answer

Clinton's Feminist Foreign Policy established a link between women's rights and national security objectives, which was a unique contribution compared to previous foreign policy strategies. This approach recognized that promoting gender equality and empowering women could contribute to peace and stability in societies, ultimately serving the national security interests of the United States. While the policy did involve community projects for women's empowerment, this was not the unique contribution that set it apart from previous policies. While enhancing the overall status of human rights in foreign policy was certainly one of Clinton's goals, this was not specifically tied to the Feminist Foreign Policy.

Question 17

What does global citizenship mean in the context of this chapter?

Accepted Answer

In the context of this chapter, global citizenship means that individuals have a responsibility to address and solve global problems rather than just being passive observers. This concept of global citizenship emphasizes the importance of engagement and action rather than just awareness or global connectedness.

Question 18

The democratization movement during the post-Cold War era is considered to be

Accepted Answer

The democratization movement during the post-Cold War era is considered to be the third wave of democratization. The first wave occurred during the 19th and early 20th centuries, largely in Europe and North America, while the second wave occurred in the mid-20th century and was primarily focused on decolonization and the spread of democracy in Latin America and Asia. The third wave began in the 1970s and accelerated after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, with democratization efforts in Eastern Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Question 19

"Democratic rollback" refers to

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Democratic rollback" refers to
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Question 20

The congruency theory stresses the congruent relation between

Accepted Answer

The congruency theory emphasizes that for a political system to be stable and effective, there must be congruence or harmony between the political culture of a society and its political structure. In other words, a country's political system (its institutions, processes, and rules) must be in line with the values, beliefs, and norms of its citizens. The theory argues that incongruence or disharmony between political culture and political structure can lead to instability, political conflict, and even regime change. Therefore, choice A is the best answer as it best reflects the core idea of the congruency theory.

Quiz 4: On the Move: People, Ideas, and Identities