CIP EXAM 2 2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% PASS
What characteristics differentiate Western Europe from Eastern Europe? - ANS stark
differences in public attitudes toward religion, minorities and social issues such as gay marriage
and legal abortion.
What are Middle East and North Africa physical geography and climate? - ANS A mix between
vast deserts, mountains and coastlines between seas and rivers. Climate in these areas are
changing due to climate change such as soaring heat waves, declining precipitation, extended
droughts, more intense sandstorms and floods, and rising sea levels.
The European Union- What is it, when/why was it established, what issues and problems is it
currently facing? - ANS The European Union was after WW2, to integrate European
economies and prevent future conflicts. Problems that it has faced include higher debt and
higher interest rate due to the pandemic and Russia's invasion into Ukraine.
20th century world history- How has Europe has been shaped by the events of World War I,
World War II, the Cold War, etc.? - ANS ??? I think that Europe has been divided many times.
In addition many nations have been created and destroyed which makes it so nations have
changed many times because of these wars.
How do communicative norms differ among the national cultures of Europe? -
ANS Europeans can have a combination of communicative norms due to the amount of
cultures and nation are there. Many are different and similar in their own way such as France
and Spain. Spain is very friendly while France is more abstract. They also speak many different
languages and some use more body language to communicate while others do not..
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, Physical landscape, geography, and natural resources of Russia? - ANS Harsh mountain lands,
and flat lands called steppes. Natural Resources: crude oil, natural gas, coal, and rare earth
metals
General economic trends since the collapse of the Soviet Union? - ANS
Current issues impacting Russia (both internally and on the global stage) - ANS
Physical landscape, geography, and natural resources of Japan? - ANS Landscape: Mountain
and Volcanoes
Natural resources: Mining is small, Fishing is a big natural resources
Basic facts about Japan's economy (size compared to other world economies, current trends,
exports/ goods that Japan is known for) - ANS Japan was the world's fourth-largest importer
and the fourth-largest exporter. They are known for exporting cars, machinery and electrical
equipment.
What are the types of government in Japan? - ANS Parliamentary Government with a
Constitutional Monarchy
Whos' the Current head of state in Japan? - ANS Fumio Kishida is the current prime minister
of Japan (government)
Naruhito is the emperor (state)
What are the current demographic/ population trends and why they are significant to Japan? -
ANS Japan's population is aging and shrinking fast which causes problems since their
workforce is shrinking and funds going to pensions is escalating.
What are the current issues impacting Japan? - ANS Supply chain issues, rising labor costs,
and political issues have highlighted problems with Japan's reliance on China as a base for its
manufacturing investments. With a low birthrate and aging population,
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ANSWERS 100% PASS
What characteristics differentiate Western Europe from Eastern Europe? - ANS stark
differences in public attitudes toward religion, minorities and social issues such as gay marriage
and legal abortion.
What are Middle East and North Africa physical geography and climate? - ANS A mix between
vast deserts, mountains and coastlines between seas and rivers. Climate in these areas are
changing due to climate change such as soaring heat waves, declining precipitation, extended
droughts, more intense sandstorms and floods, and rising sea levels.
The European Union- What is it, when/why was it established, what issues and problems is it
currently facing? - ANS The European Union was after WW2, to integrate European
economies and prevent future conflicts. Problems that it has faced include higher debt and
higher interest rate due to the pandemic and Russia's invasion into Ukraine.
20th century world history- How has Europe has been shaped by the events of World War I,
World War II, the Cold War, etc.? - ANS ??? I think that Europe has been divided many times.
In addition many nations have been created and destroyed which makes it so nations have
changed many times because of these wars.
How do communicative norms differ among the national cultures of Europe? -
ANS Europeans can have a combination of communicative norms due to the amount of
cultures and nation are there. Many are different and similar in their own way such as France
and Spain. Spain is very friendly while France is more abstract. They also speak many different
languages and some use more body language to communicate while others do not..
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, Physical landscape, geography, and natural resources of Russia? - ANS Harsh mountain lands,
and flat lands called steppes. Natural Resources: crude oil, natural gas, coal, and rare earth
metals
General economic trends since the collapse of the Soviet Union? - ANS
Current issues impacting Russia (both internally and on the global stage) - ANS
Physical landscape, geography, and natural resources of Japan? - ANS Landscape: Mountain
and Volcanoes
Natural resources: Mining is small, Fishing is a big natural resources
Basic facts about Japan's economy (size compared to other world economies, current trends,
exports/ goods that Japan is known for) - ANS Japan was the world's fourth-largest importer
and the fourth-largest exporter. They are known for exporting cars, machinery and electrical
equipment.
What are the types of government in Japan? - ANS Parliamentary Government with a
Constitutional Monarchy
Whos' the Current head of state in Japan? - ANS Fumio Kishida is the current prime minister
of Japan (government)
Naruhito is the emperor (state)
What are the current demographic/ population trends and why they are significant to Japan? -
ANS Japan's population is aging and shrinking fast which causes problems since their
workforce is shrinking and funds going to pensions is escalating.
What are the current issues impacting Japan? - ANS Supply chain issues, rising labor costs,
and political issues have highlighted problems with Japan's reliance on China as a base for its
manufacturing investments. With a low birthrate and aging population,
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