EQ2 Examples of superpowers working

Question 1

What humanitarian crisis did the US air force help resolve in 2010?

Answer 1

Restoration of air traffic control to Port-au-Prince’s airport after the Haiti earthquake

This action was part of a broader humanitarian response to the earthquake’s aftermath.

Question 2

What actions did US coastguard helicopters take after the Haiti earthquake?

Answer 2

They began relief flights

These flights were essential for delivering aid and supplies to affected areas.

Question 3

What military conflict did the US jets engage in during the Bosnian war?

Answer 3

Establishment of safe zones in the conflict area with the UN

The effort faced significant challenges and complexities.

Question 4

When did the USA first apply sanctions to Iran? Why?

Answer 4

1995

These sanctions were part of ongoing concerns regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Question 5

What significant sanctions were placed on Iran in 2012? Why?

Answer 5

Sanctions on Iran’s crucial oil exports

These sanctions aimed to limit Iran’s ability to fund its nuclear program.

Question 6

What global crisis was extremely hard to resolve due to opposing superpower views?

Answer 6

COVID-19 pandemic

Different approaches and strategies by superpowers complicated the global response.

Question 7

Which country had the highest death toll during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Answer 7

The United States