Obstacles to Development Political Unrest (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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What typically happens when political unrest begins in a country?
What typically happens when political unrest begins in a country?
Peaceful street protests occur
Why are democratic countries less likely to experience severe political unrest?
Why are democratic countries less likely to experience severe political unrest?
Citizens can vote to change govt peacefully
Which combination of factors is particularly dangerous for triggering political unrest?
Which combination of factors is particularly dangerous for triggering political unrest?
Social inequality and corruption
How can rising prices of essential items contribute to political unrest?
How can rising prices of essential items contribute to political unrest?
They push people into poverty
How does displacement of people disrupt economic development during political unrest?
How does displacement of people disrupt economic development during political unrest?
Displaced people cannot work productively
What creates the 'vicious cycle' of political unrest?
What creates the 'vicious cycle' of political unrest?
Violence destroys economy, fuelling more violence
In which year did South Sudan gain independence and become the world's newest country?
In which year did South Sudan gain independence and become the world's newest country?
2011
How many years after independence did South Sudan's civil war erupt?
How many years after independence did South Sudan's civil war erupt?
Two years (in 2013)
Which regions experienced the most severe political unrest in the 21st century?
Which regions experienced the most severe political unrest in the 21st century?
Middle East, N Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa
In which types of countries has the worst 21st century political unrest predominantly occurred?
In which types of countries has the worst 21st century political unrest predominantly occurred?
EDCs and LIDCs