World On The Edge by Lester R. Brown - Exam
  • 1. Which global issue is emphasized as urgent in the book?
A) Space exploration
B) Trade agreements
C) Political corruption
D) Climate change
  • 2. In 'World On The Edge', which resource is highlighted as critically threatened?
A) Coal
B) Gold
C) Freshwater
D) Natural gas
  • 3. What does Brown identify as necessary for achieving sustainability?
A) Global cooperation
B) Corporate dominance
C) National isolationism
D) Individualism
  • 4. Which type of energy does Brown advocate for?
A) Natural gas
B) Coal power
C) Hydroelectric dams
D) Solar power
  • 5. In the book, what does Brown say about urbanization?
A) It has no environmental impact
B) It leads to rural decline only
C) It can strain resources
D) It always benefits the economy
  • 6. What does Brown say about population growth?
A) It boosts economic growth
B) It will soon stabilize
C) It exacerbates resource depletion
D) It is not a concern
  • 7. Which sector does Brown argue needs the most drastic reform?
A) Education sector
B) Healthcare sector
C) Energy sector
D) Transportation sector
  • 8. Brown discusses food security. What does he mean by this?
A) Food production only in developed nations
B) Access to sufficient food for all
C) Luxury food items availability
D) Government control of food prices
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