submitted by Diane VanAusdall, Windsor High School

International Economics

1. What are the two main economic issues in the simulation?

2. Which three Asian countries have experienced economic crises?

3. What did Brazil do to alleviate their economic problems?

4. Know some specific facts about the IMF. Why do some countries hesitate to accept assistance from the IMF?

5. Why do countries use currency controls? What has Chile done?

6. Explain the Brady Plan.

7. Why are economic stabilization programs criticized?

8. Define HIPC.

9. Define WTO. What are its two main duties?

10. Explain intellectual property rights. Which countries very often violate these rights? Which countries are usually the victims?