Population: When was China's One Child Policy introduced?
1969
1979
1989
1999
Why was the One Child Policy Introduced?
Government was bossy
China hates children
Heading into famine and growth was unsustainable
Communism
Which of the following is NOT an original rule/incentive/punishment of the policy?
Couples must only have one successful pregnancy
Second children were forcibly killed at birth
Couples received a 5-10% salary rise for having child
A 10% salary cut was imposed if another child was born
Which of the following is NOT a problem caused by the One Child Policy?
The country is now facing the problem of having too many young people
Women were forced to have abortions as late as 9 months
A gender imbalance in favour of boys was created because of Chinese society’s preference for boys
Chinese only children have been spoilt, creating ‘Little Emperor’ syndrome
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the One Child Policy?
The previously forecast famine was avoided, people have enough food and jobs
Approximately 400million fewer children have been born
Standards of living have been improved
There has been an increase in skilled workers
Which of the following is NOT a change to the One Child Poilcy brought about since the 1990s?
Young couples who are both only children were allowed two children
Women have been able to concentrate on their careers because of fewer childcare responsibilities
Some families in rural areas have been allowed to have three children
The policy was stopped in October 2015
Where is Kerala?
China
India
Pakistan
Mongolia
Which of the following is NOT a strategy implemented as part of Kerala’s policy?
Improving education standard and treating girls equal to boys
Promoting abortions to women in health clinics
Educating people about the benefits of having smaller families as well as providing free contraception
Land was redistributed so that no family had more than eight hectares
Which of the following is NOT an impact of Kerala’s policy?
There are now more girls than boys in the state
More women go to university than men
Kerala’s fertility rate has fallen to 1.8 per 1000 (much lower than the national average)
GDP/capita has risen far above the national average to £2950
Which of the following is NOT an incentive put in place in France to encourage births as part of its pro-natal policy?
Three years of paid parental leave for mothers or fathers
Contraception has been made unavailable in shops and clinics
Free, full-time education from the age of three
The more children a woman has, the earlier she can retire on a full pension
Which of the following correctly describes France’s birth rate since 1960?
It has slowly risen because of the pro-natal policy
It has fallen quickly despite the pro-natal policy
Its decline has been slowed down by the policy but it is still falling
It has stayed the same the whole time (14 per 1000)
Which of the following is NOT a reason why people from Poland have been migrating to the UK?
To flee conflict in their homeland
To find work
To earn more money (five times as much as in Poland)
To get a better standard of living
Which of the following is NOT an impact of Polish migrants living in the UK?
There has been some conflict between migrants and natives
The migrants have boosted the economy through paying taxes
They have cost the government money through the use of health and education services
Overall, the UK has not benefitted from the migrants
Which year holds the record for the highest level of global forced displacement (60 million)?
1984
1994
2004
2014
Which of the following is NOT a push/pull factor explaining migration into the EU?
Conflict/civil war in countries such as Syria and Afghanistan
Human rights abuses in countries such as Eritrea
A better climate
A better quality of life and more jobs
Which of the following is NOT a benefit/problem caused by migration into the EU?
Thousands of people have drowned in the Mediterranean trying to reach Italy/Greece
Strain put on local authorities/the economy when trying to supply accommodation/education for migrants
Immigrants can fill gaps in the working age population in countries, such as Germany, experiencing ageing populations
Immigrants and natives mix well and create interesting cultural fusions
Tourism: Which of the following is NOT an attraction of tourism in Italy
The Alps - winter sports
Volcanoes - Mount Pinatubo
Cities - Venice
Coasts - Vernazza
Which of the following is NOT an attraction of tourism in Dubai?
Duty-free malls
Sightseeing
Local markets
Glacier walking
Which of the following is NOT true about Blackpool?
It became a major tourist centre in the 19th Century
It was successful in its bid for the supercasino
It boomed in the first half of the 20th Century
Blackpool has gone into decline following the growth of overseas tourism and the package holiday
When did the Peak District become a National Park?
1951
1961
1971
1981
Which of the following is NOT an attraction of vising the Peak District?
Unique wildlife, e.g. harebells; short-eared owl
Excellent coastal walks, e.g. The Jurassic Coast
Historic buildings, gardens and parks, e.g. Chatsworth estate
Easy accessibility from surrounding areas, close to major cities, e.g. Manchester, Sheffield
Which of the following is NOT a problem/benefit of tourism in the Peak District?
More tourist related jobs and contribution to the economy
Footpath erosion
Tourists leaving gates open and farm animals escaping
A lot of the money spent in the park is taken out by big TNCs
Which of the following is NOT a management strategy used in the Park?
The Hope Valley Community Rail Partnership aims to encourage the use of buses and trains within this popular valley.
The Peak District Ranger Service provides information and advice to visitors and local communities and resolves immediate problems created by visitor pressure.
An animal sanctuary has been built near Castleton to protect vulnerable species.
The Pennine Way has been paved for most of its length within the Park.
Which of the following is NOT an attraction of tourism in Jamaica?
Caves in Kingston Town
Beaches at Montego Bay
Deep-sea fishing at Port Antonio
Botanic gardens in the Blue Mountains
Which of the following is NOT an advantage/disadvantage of tourism in Jamaica?
Tourism contributes 20% to Jamaica’s GDP
Jobs are created in the tourist sector
Jobs created are low-paid for locals
All of the money that is spent in Jamaica remains in the country
Which of the following is NOT an attraction of tourism in Antarctica?
Magnificent scenery
Ice landing
Swimming
Wildlife, e.g. penguins
Which of the following is NOT a problem cause by tourism in Antarctica?
Sea pollution
Ice caps melting
Damage to flora and fauna (plants and animals)
Littering
Which of the following is NOT a tourism management strategy used in Antarctica?
Tourists do not go within 5 metres of penguins or other wildlife
Take all litter and waste away with you
No more than 100 people can land at any one time
People are not allowed to shout at any point in case they scare animals
Which country owns the Galapagos Islands?
Ecuador
Brazil
Mexico
Australia
Why are the Galapagos Islands so special?
The islands make the shape of a bird when viewed from above
No one lives on the islands so they are unspoilt
They are home to a range of endemic (unique) plant and animal species
They aren’t special
Which of the following is NOT a strategy used to ensure that tourism remains eco-friendly?
Tourists can only visit on small boats owned by local people, 10 to 16 people at a time
Tourists are not allowed to wear shoes at any time
Tourists can only visit a small number of places so most of the islands are unaffected
Visitors are educated on how to conserve the island before visiting
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of ecotourism on the islands?
Local people make a living from the tourism
The environment remains stable because of the strict rules put in place to protect them
The environment is 100% sustainable
Local businesses benefit tourism, instead of large TNCs
Globalisation: Which of the following is NOT reason why call centres are being located abroad in India?
10% of the population speak fluent English
Phone signal is better in India than anywhere else in the world
Salaries are lower than in the UK but higher than the salary for a teacher in India
Development of ICT allows fast and clear communication
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Motorsport Valley has developed in the Midlands?
It is situated near major economic hubs, e.g. London and Birmingham
Development of ICT has enabled quick and easy communication with home country
It is located near several major airports and universities
It is located near a major Scalextric factory
Which of the following is NOT a reason why China has experienced rapid economic growth?
The Olympics was a great advert for the country
Three Gorges Dam has supplied a lot of power for houses and factories
The Chinese have the best technological expertise in the world
Government legislation has seen the introduction of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)
Which of the following is NOT a location that UK wind farms are found?
Off-shore in the sea, e.g. The Channel
In upland areas, e.g. The Lake District
In urban areas, e.g. London
In rural, open spaces, e.g. The Peak District
What was the aim of the scheme that wind power was a part of?
To improve the image of UK countryside and coastal areas
To generate 10% of power by renewable energy sources
To create new habitats for birds
To increase the UK’s carbon footprint
Which of the following is NOT a problem/benefit of wind farms?
Wind farms are more expensive than traditional methods
Wind farms produce energy more sustainably
Wind farms kill birds
They are quieter than busy offices
Which of the following is NOT a political issue between India and Pakistan over the River Indus?
There were concerns in Pakistan that India could build dams and cut off water supplies
There is resentment in Kashmir, India that their water is being deprived, affecting farming
The Indus Water Treaty (1960) states that Pakistan has westward rivers whilst India has eastward rivers
Civilians from India and Pakistan have been found using the water from each other’s rivers in Kashmir
Which of the following is NOT a social impact caused by the flower industry in Kenya?
Fertile land is used for growing flowers instead of food
The population in the area used for flower growing has decreased
Water levels are falling due to their use on flowers
Chemicals sprayed on the flowers can cause rashes/chest problems