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A product that is sent to another country
Export
A product that is brought into a country
import
What is a tariff?
A tax on an import/export
A trade agreement between countries, reduce or eliminate what?
Tariffs
What does NGO stand for?
Non-Governmental Organization
What does IGO stand for?
Intergovernmental Organization
NATO and the UN were created because of what?
WW11
Name a NGO
Answers will vary-Doctors without Borders, Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Ryan's Well
What is a military alliance?
When two or more regions/countries agree to support one another using military force
Which country do we trade with the most?
USA
What does inequality mean?
Means lack of fairness or justice. When two people are treated differently for no good reason.
What is the goal for most NGOs?
To help people in need by fixing an issue of inequality. For example: lack of access to clean drinking water is being supported by Ryan’s Well.
What is the difference between free trade and regular trade?
Free trade means there is no tariffs on goods being traded and regular trade would include tariffs/taxes.
What is the purpose of the United Nations?
- To keep the peace among countries - Develop relationships between countries - Encourage equal human rights
