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Upfront Quiz: 11/5/21
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Question 1
1.
"Powering a Brighter Future"
At the Light Library at Derrick’s school, students can ___.
borrow small solar lamps
learn how to build solar lamps
do their homework at desks that have solar lamps
participate in the U.N.’s effort to improve access to electricity
Question 2
2.
"Powering a Brighter Future"
How many people worldwide have gained access to electricity since 2010?
fewer than 10,000
about 250,000
nearly 1 million
more than 1 billion
Question 3
3.
"Powering a Brighter Future"
According to the article, what has helped people in India gain access to electricity?
a jobs program
a new wind farm
a lamp-sharing program
a reduction in the price of light bulbs
Question 4
4.
"Powering a Brighter Future"
Who do experts say need to be involved to bring electricity to everyone around the world?
world leaders only
just world leaders and aid groups
just aid groups and private companies
world leaders, private companies, and aid groups
Question 5
5.
“Where Are the People?”
Which century saw the greatest population increase in history?
14th century
16th century
18th century
20th century
Question 6
6.
“Where Are the People?”
According to the article, which of the following is contributing to the fall in birth rates today?
Hospitals are shutting down
Infant mortality has declined
Women have greater access to education
People in rural areas are moving to new areas for better job opportunities
Question 7
7.
“Where Are the People?”
Which country has the lowest fertility rate in the developed world?
India
Mexico
South Korea
the United States
Question 8
8.
“Where Are the People?”
What percentage of countries and territories are expected to have declining populations by the year 2100?
11 percent
27 percent
48 percent
94 percent
Question 9
9.
"The Rise of Bangladesh"
According to the article, "When Bangladesh won its independence from ______________ in 1971, it was one of the poorest nations in the world."
Iran
Pakistan
Iraq
Syria
Question 10
10.
"The Rise of Bangladesh"
In addition to a lower poverty rate, Bangladesh has also improved in which of the following areas?
Improving drinking water conditions
Improving schooling opportunities for men only
Improving women's lives
Improving housing conditions