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. 2One 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. 3Breathing 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. 4The 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. 5An 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. 6In 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. 7What 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. 8Which 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