World On The Edge by Lester R. Brown
  • 1. Which global issue is emphasized as urgent in the book?
A) Space exploration
B) Political corruption
C) Trade agreements
D) Climate change
  • 2. In 'World On The Edge', which resource is highlighted as critically threatened?
A) Freshwater
B) Gold
C) Coal
D) Natural gas
  • 3. What does Brown identify as necessary for achieving sustainability?
A) Global cooperation
B) Individualism
C) Corporate dominance
D) National isolationism
  • 4. Which sector does Brown argue needs the most drastic reform?
A) Healthcare sector
B) Transportation sector
C) Energy sector
D) Education sector
  • 5. Which type of energy does Brown advocate for?
A) Hydroelectric dams
B) Coal power
C) Solar power
D) Natural gas
  • 6. In the book, what does Brown say about urbanization?
A) It always benefits the economy
B) It leads to rural decline only
C) It can strain resources
D) It has no environmental impact
  • 7. Brown discusses food security. What does he mean by this?
A) Luxury food items availability
B) Government control of food prices
C) Access to sufficient food for all
D) Food production only in developed nations
  • 8. What does Brown say about population growth?
A) It boosts economic growth
B) It exacerbates resource depletion
C) It will soon stabilize
D) It is not a concern
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