What is the current economic status of Haiti?
Haiti’s Troubled Path to Development Quiz

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Ingrid Corcoran
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Haiti is the wealthiest country in the Western Hemisphere.
Haiti is a rapidly developing nation with a high GDP.
Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere.
Haiti has a stable economy with low poverty rates.
Answer explanation
Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, facing severe economic challenges, high poverty rates, and limited development compared to other nations in the region.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which country is Haiti's largest trade partner?
France
Canada
Mexico
United States
Answer explanation
The United States is Haiti's largest trade partner, accounting for a significant portion of its imports and exports. This strong economic relationship is due to geographical proximity and historical ties.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What major event in 2010 significantly impacted Haiti?
A massive earthquake
A severe drought
A military coup
A political revolution
Answer explanation
In 2010, Haiti was struck by a massive earthquake that caused widespread devastation, loss of life, and significant humanitarian crises, making it the major event that year.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was Haiti's first democratically elected president?
François Duvalier
Jean-Claude Duvalier
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
Jovenel Moïse
Answer explanation
Jean-Bertrand Aristide was Haiti's first democratically elected president, taking office in 1991. The Duvalier regimes (François and Jean-Claude) were dictatorships, and Jovenel Moïse was elected later.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the main reasons for Haiti's economic struggles?
High tourism rates
Foreign intervention and debt
Political stability
Abundant natural resources
Answer explanation
One of the main reasons for Haiti's economic struggles is foreign intervention and debt, which have hindered its development and led to a cycle of dependency, limiting economic growth and stability.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What natural disaster struck Haiti in August 2021?
A hurricane
A volcanic eruption
A tsunami
An earthquake
Answer explanation
In August 2021, Haiti was struck by a devastating earthquake, measuring 7.2 in magnitude. This natural disaster caused significant destruction and loss of life, distinguishing it from hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the name of Haiti's currency?
Euro
Dollar
Peso
Gourde
Answer explanation
Haiti's currency is called the Gourde. The other options, Euro, Dollar, and Peso, are currencies of different countries, making Gourde the correct answer.
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