Superpowers Flashcards
1
Q
An example of economic tensions of superpowers
A
Rise of ISIS brought western nations together the protect Iraq’s oil reserves
2
Q
From 1981-2010 how much did China reduce poverty by
A
680 million
3
Q
How many people in China don’t have access to safe drinking water?
A
360 million
4
Q
An example of political tensions of superpower
A
USA is a large supporter of Israel who isn’t supported by Muslim Middle East making it hard for the USA to have a positive influence
5
Q
An example of Cultural tensions of superpowers
A
Shia Iran and Sunni Iraq
6
Q
An example of environmental tensions of superpowers
A
Past conflict damage to oil infrastructure oil spills
7
Q
How much does the US spend on its military?
A
$877
3 times more than China
