Supranationalism and devolution – Flashcards
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Supranationalism definition
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an alliance involving 3 or more countries for their mutual benefit such as economic, cultural or political/ military.
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Devolution definition
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the breakup of a country into smaller countries due to a conflict within the country
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give 3 examples of economic type of supranationalism
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OPEC, NAFTA, EU
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What type of supranationalism is OPEC?
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economic
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What type of supranationalism is the EU?
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economic
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What type of supranationalism is NAFTA?
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economic
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What countries are involved in OPEC?
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Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, Kuwait
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What countries are involved in the EU?
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main countries are France, Germany, Italy. the most wealthy and populated is Germany
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What countries are involved in NAFTA?
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Canada, Mexico, U.S.
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What is the purpose of OPEC?
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to control oil prices and supplies among members
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What is the purpose of the EU?
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To create a single currency, the euro, to make trade more efficient
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What is the purpose of NAFTA?
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To eliminate most tariffs and other trade barriers on products and services passing between U.S., Canada, and Mexico
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give an example of cultural type supranationalism
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ICO
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What countries are involved in the ICO?
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Nigeria, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Somalia
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What is the purpose of the ICO?
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to protect the Islamic faith
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Give an example of devolution that has taken place
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Ireland/ Great Britain
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What type of devolution is Ireland/ Great Britain?
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cultural
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What was the reason that devolution occurred between Ireland and Great Britain?
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Ireland was Catholic and didn't want to be under protestant rule
