In the 1970's Mexico had an active and profitable oil industry, but it was affected by the decline ...

In the 1970's Mexico had an active and profitable oil industry, but it was affected by the decline in world oil prices.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

 Q. 2

One of the major concerns of American critics about the North American Free Trade Agreement was that it would result in:
 
  A. more Mexican immigration to the U.S.
   B. a decline of Mexican oil production
   C. a belt of environmental polluters along the Mexican side of the border
   D. more low-paying American jobs

 Q. 3

Breathing the air of Mexico City has been likened to
 
  A. running in a marathon
   B. climbing three flights of stairs
   C. smoking a pack of cigarettes a day
   D. smoking two packs of cigarettes a day

 Q. 4

The North American Free Trade Agreement was intended to respond to lower tariffs and improve trade opportunities and also:
 
  A. increase job opportunities in Mexico
  B. secure the military's power in the federal government
  C. increase cross-border migration flows
  D. increase trade with Japan

 Q. 5

An example of political instability in modern-day Mexico includes a military coup taking place over the issue of a stolen presidential election.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

 Q. 6

In 2009 approximately what percentage of Mexico's entire population lived in the greater Mexico City area?
 
  A. 23 percent
   B. 5 percent
   C. 40 percent
   D. 10 percent

 Q. 7

What is the primary cause of the crisis of hyperurbanization in Mexico?
 
  A. environmental disasters
  B. poverty and high unemployment
  C. Mexico's foreign conflicts with neighbors to the south
  D. racial tension in Mexico

 Q. 8

Which is an example of a quasi-governmental organization in Mexico?
 
  A. public school teachers
   B. senators
   C. real estate brokers
   D. petroleum exploration and distribution