Create a debate with the question; Do Canada and the United States have a moral and/or ethical responsibility to lead the world in addressing climate change?

What will be an ideal response?


Arguments will vary. Some students might make an argument for leadership that is not a moral or ethical reason; the high-energy consumption of North America is a consideration; as are technology transfers and financial support for less developed countries.

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The Wrangellia terranes refer to

A) a terrane in southern Tibet that migrated to the region during the Paleozoic from Australia. B) pieces of crust that moved with the Pacific plate to their present location near Japan. C) a mountain range that became part of the Himalayas. D) a former volcanic island arc that migrated 10,000 km (6200 mi.) to its present location along the western margin of North America.

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Most European cities are densely populated

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A spacewalker and a massive asteroid move toward each other under the influence of gravity. Which force, if either, is greater?

A. The force on the asteroid. B. Depends on distance of separation. C. Both forces are equally strong. D. The force on the spacewalker.

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Which of the following best describes the appearance and composition of a conglomerate?

A) Angular fragments; well sorted
B) Rounded fragments; poorly sorted
C) Angular fragments; poorly sorted
D) Rounded fragments; well sorted

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