1.
What was the reason for the conflict between Argentina and Britain?
Correct Answer
B. Dispute over territory
Explanation
The conflict resulted from the long-standing dispute over the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands, which lies east of Argentina.
2.
Prior to the conflict which later escalated into the Falkland war, which country did Falkland Islands belong to originally?
Correct Answer
A. Britain
Explanation
"Prior to the invasion attempts by Argentina, Falkland Islands was British owned."
3.
The conflict between Argentina and Britain lasted for 1 year 3 months (2/4/1982 - 14/7/1983). Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The conflict lasted 74 days from 2nd April 1982 to 14th June 1982.
4.
Britain eventually won the Falklands War.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The conflict ended on 14th July 1982 when Argentina returned the island to British control
5.
US diplomatic efforts played a critical role in helping to resolve the conflict between Iran and Iraq. Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
US diplomatic efforts were ignored and viewed with resentment. It was only until 1988 that both parties agreed to the terms of a UN ceasefire and the conflict came to an end.
6.
Which of the following countries was not an ally of Iraq?
Correct Answer
D. Israel
Explanation
Israel was an ally of Iran
7.
All of the following were reasons for the conflict between Iraq and Iran except
Correct Answer
A. Dispute over access to and ownership of Lake Urmia
8.
Iran is a 'pro-Islamic' country while Azerbaijan is a 'pro-western' country. Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
A. True
9.
Iran abides by _________ Islamic laws
Correct Answer
traditional
Explanation
Iran and Azerbaijan have different Islamic laws-- Iran- Traditional Islam and Azerbaijan- Modern Islam.
10.
The conflict between Iran and Azerbaijan occurred because of the following reasons:
(i) conflict over the oil resources
(ii) conflicts over religious differences
(iii) conflicts over ideological differences (e.g. pro-western vs anti-western attitudes)
(iv) Azerbaijan won the EUROVISION
(v) Azerbaijan had "secret protection" from Israel
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
All the above factors contributed to the conflict.
11.
Has the conflict between Iran and Azerbaijan been resolved?
Correct Answer
B. Yes, but some tension still exists the two countries
Explanation
The last military conflict took place in March 2012. "Some tension still exists between Iraq and Azerbaijan."
12.
Critics and skeptics argue that the "primary cause of USA going to war was to gain access to Iraq's oil resources." Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
It has been suggested by critics that USA declared war in order to "improve Western access to Iraqi oil."
13.
What was the primary reason given by USA to justify its decision to start the war (1990-1991) against Iraq?
Correct Answer
D. To enjoy the economic benefits of ending Iraq's occupation of Kuwait
14.
"250-400 U.S. military personnel will be assigned to train, equip and support Iraq's armed force." Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
This can be regarded as a sign of diplomacy- to improve ties and promote cooperation between the two countries.
15.
What was the key reason suggested for US's involvement in the conflict between China and Taiwan?
Correct Answer
A. USA wants to halt the spread of communism
Explanation
It has been suggested that USA "supports Taiwan in its pro-independence cause because it considered Taiwan as a buffer against communist expansion in Asia."
16.
"2 million refugees were sent to Taiwan" as a diplomatic exchange between China and Taiwan. Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
They were sent to Taiwan to "reclaim the mainland."
17.
"China wants to keep Taiwan under its jurisdiction because it believes that people living in China and Taiwan share similar cultures, and hence should belong to the same country." Is this a true or false statement?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The main motive is because this will "strengthen China strategically."
18.
What was the primary cause of the conflict between Turkey and Syria?
Correct Answer
A. Disagreement over the shooting down of a Turkish aircraft
19.
What form of justification did Syria give for shooting down the Turkish aircraft?
Correct Answer
C. The plane was in their territorial airspace
20.
"NATO has expressed its support for Syria in the Turkey-Syria conflict." Is this a true/false statement?
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
"NATO has expressed its condemnation of Syria's attack as well as its strong support for Turkey."
21.
Why does China reject Tibet's demands for independence?
Correct Answer
A. Tibet has the richest solar energy
22.
"People in Tibet have set themselves on fire as a way to draw attention to the conflict and pressure China to grant it independence." Is this a true/false statement?
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
To date, an estimated 41 people have set themselves on fire.
http://www.savetibet.org/resource-center/maps-data-fact-sheets/self-immolation-fact-sheet
23.
China has accused ____ of "plotting to separate Tibet from its motherland'?
Correct Answer
C. The Dalai Lama
24.
When did the conflict between North and South Korea end?
Correct Answer
C. No date. It is still an ongoing conflict.
Explanation
North and South Korea are still technically at war- no peace treaty was ever signed and there is still the continued threat of a nuclear "holy war."
25.
The Six Party Talks are attended by countries such as North Korea, South Korea, China, USA, Russia and _____.
Correct Answer
D. Japan