Short Response. Respond briefly to each question below with…

Short Response. Respond briefly to each question below with 3-4 sentences. (3pts each x 2 = 6pts)  What types of projects have been completed as part of the BRI? Mention AT LEAST TWO. Name ONE positive impact of Chinese investment in countries participating in BRI along with ONE criticism / negative impact. What distinguishes a “developed” nation from a “developing” nation? Mention TWO characteristics. 

Part II. Expansión. Choose FOUR of the following questions t…

Part II. Expansión. Choose FOUR of the following questions to respond to with 5-7 sentences. Be sure to number your responses. (5pts each x 4 = 20pts)  What is MERCOSUR? Which countries are full members? What is ONE of its objectives or benefits? What are TWO challenges that it has faced / faces? What have been TWO specific barriers to regionalization / globalization LatAm? What are TWO suggestions for facilitating regionalization in LatAm? Define / describe neoliberalism in more detail than provided in the vocabulary section of the exam. Additionally, describe TWO pros and TWO cons of neoliberalism. What has been AT LEAST ONE impediment to the success of neoliberalism in LatAm?  How did the evolution of the U.S. economy compare to that of Latin American countries? What economic, social or political consequences of this process have there been? Mention AT LEAST TWO.  What are the main issues present in LATAM’s society, politics and economy that grew out of colonialism? Mention THREE. What specific impact have they had? Mention AT LEAST TWO.   What potential consequences are there for the U.S. if Chinese economic, cultural and political influence continue to grow? Mention TWO. What steps should the U.S. take to combat / slow its economic displacement in the region? Mention TWO. Describe ONE specific instance of U.S. intervention in LatAm and its impact. In your opinion, what are the most probable motivations for this U.S. intervention in Latin America? Explain briefly.  

As they were deciding their budget for the year, the mayor’s…

As they were deciding their budget for the year, the mayor’s office asked you to give a presentation of the benefits and criticisms of adult-organized youth sports. What two benefits AND two criticisms of adult-organized youth sports would you share with them? For bonus extra credit (3 points), what are distinct three suggestions for providing developmentally appropriate organized sports in middle childhood?