Some people argue that it is acceptable for people in the United States to consume at high levels because their consumerism keeps the world economy going. What are the weaknesses in this idea?

What are the causes of the huge increases in migration, legal and illegal, that have taken place over the last 25 years?

What would happen in the global marketplace if all people had a living wage?

As people live longer and decide not to raise large families, how can they beneficially spend the last 20 to 30 years of their lives?

Given the threats posed by global warming, what are the most important steps to take now?

As you read about differing ways of life, values, and perspectives on the world, reflect on the appropriateness of force as a way of resolving conflicts.

What are some possible careers that would address one or more of the issues raised in this chapter?

Reflect on the reasons why some people have much and others have little.

What would be some of the disadvantages and advantages of abolishing gender roles in any given culture?

Consider the ways that access to the Internet enhances prospects for world peace and the ways that it contributes to discord.