Small Island Nations Such as the Maldives Are in the International

question 19

Multiple Choice

Small island nations such as the Maldives are in the international spotlight because they ___________________.

• A)opposed China's proposals for global carbon neutrality at the Copenhagen Conference in 2009
• B)have exceeded the emissions reductions set by the Kyoto Protocol
• C)are the largest emissions producers in their respective areas
• D)may be among the first nations to be completely flooded by rising sea levels
• E)are accepting climate change refugees from other nations

Recognize the principles of propinquity and how it influences social interactions.

Identify factors that increase conformity within social groups.

Analyze the reasons behind prejudice and the selection of targets.

Distinguish between situational and dispositional attributions.

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