The phrase "tyranny of distance" refers to the abysmal human rights records of small, remote countries with dictatorial governments

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False
RATIONALE: The tyranny of distance is the effect of geographical remoteness on shaping a country's identity, and is associated most often with Australia and New Zealand.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Ecocities do not yet exist; they are futuristic plans for sustainable urban growth.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The most successful way to collect material for recycling is to

A. charge people an extra fee for recycling. B. provide curbside pick-up of recyclables. C. only accept select materials for recycling. D. require consumers to separate their recyclables into different containers.

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Moscow was once known as the "Third Rome" because of its importance in which religion?

a. Judaism b. Islam c. Buddhism d. Hinduism e. Christianity

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