ECO Flashcards
Q: What does the relationship between democracy and human rights show?
A: The need for education in democracy to overcome the reductionist understanding of democracy as merely the will of the majority, recognizing and protecting individual rights and freedoms.
Q: What are the common beliefs that share interests in voting?
A: Respect, participation, and a sense of basic community responsibility.
Q: What is an economic relationship?
A: An economy is a system of making and trading things of value, usually divided into goods (physical items) and services (activities performed by people).
Q: What is a command economy?
A: A system where the government, rather than the free market, determines what goods should be produced, how much should be produced, and the price at which the goods are offered for sale.
Q: What is a sustainable economy?
A: A system within a society where limited resources are managed fairly and sustainably to meet current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Q: Name 10 things you can do to promote sustainability.
Recycle: Separate recyclable materials like paper, plastic, and glass.
Make informed choices: Buy products from companies with sustainable practices.
Grow your own garden: Plant vegetables and herbs at home.
Minimize your waste: Use reusable bags, bottles, and containers.
Watch your utility bills: Reduce energy and water consumption.
Purchase energy-efficient appliances: Buy devices with high energy star ratings.
Compost kitchen waste: Turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil.
Carpool or use public transportation more often: Reduce carbon emissions.
Plant more trees: Participate in community tree-planting events.
Support organizations dedicated to sustainability: Donate to or volunteer with groups focused on environmental protection.
Q: What is the work of the United Nations?
A: Works for peace, justice, and the principles of international law, promoting human rights, and fostering social and economic development globally.
Q: What is the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
A: An intergovernmental organization that regulates international trade by providing a framework for negotiating trade agreements and resolving trade disputes among its members.
Q: What is the World Youth Organization?
A: Represents the largest youth generation in human history, advocating for youth rights and providing platforms for youth engagement and empowerment.
Q: What is a traditional economy?
A: A system that relies on customs, history, and time-honored beliefs, often centered around agriculture and barter trade.
Q: What is the work of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)?
A: Coordinates the UN’s environmental activities, assisting developing countries in implementing environmentally sound policies and practices.
Q: What is fair trade?
A: An arrangement designed to help producers in developing countries achieve sustainable and equitable trading relationships, ensuring fair prices and decent working conditions.
Q: What is the work of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)?
A: Leads international efforts to defeat hunger by improving agricultural productivity and ensuring food security.
Q: What are the five human rights?
A:
Right to Equality
Freedom from Discrimination
Right to Life, Liberty, and Personal Security
Freedom from Slavery
Freedom from Torture and Degrading Treatment
Q: What is individual responsibility in government?
A:
Greener living
Living sustainably
Being green on the road
Throwing away less
Choosing greener products
Greening industrial and business processes
Making cleaner energy choices
