Harvest of Empire - Chapter 14 Quiz

What has led to contemporary debate over the future of Puerto Rico?

Question Answer Choices The fact that Puerto Rico has recently gained independence from the US. The fact that nearly half of all Puerto Ricans no longer live on the island and many of those who do receive welfare benefits. The fact that Puerto Rico has one of the highest GDPs in the Caribbean. The fact that Puerto Ricans have the highest employment rates in the region.

What is one of the reasons Puerto Rico cannot engage in free trade with nearby Caribbean countries?

Question Answer Choices Puerto Rico is prohibited from free trade with nearby Caribbean countries, forcing the island to be dependent on US imports. Puerto Rico has high tariffs on all imports and exports. Puerto Rico's government does not support free trade agreements. Puerto Rico lacks the infrastructure for international trade.

What industry has exploited duty-free tax loopholes in Puerto Rico?

Question Answer Choices Textiles Electronics Pharmaceuticals Automobiles

Why do many Puerto Ricans fear the statehood option?

Question Answer Choices They think it will result in the loss of their cultural identity. They worry it will cause a decline in tourism. They fear how changes to their tax-exempt status would impact their local economy. They believe it will lead to increased crime rates.

Why do many Puerto Ricans oppose total independence?

Question Answer Choices They would have to voluntarily concede their US citizenship status. They fear losing their cultural heritage. They believe it will lead to increased crime rates. They worry about losing access to mainland job markets.

What has contributed to higher rates of poverty and mental illness among Puerto Ricans?

Question Answer Choices The lack of a cohesive identity and the absence of cultural pride due to long-term colonial rule. The lack of access to clean water and sanitation. The frequent natural disasters impacting the island. The high cost of living on the island.

What is one reason many middle-class Puerto Ricans return to the island after living stateside?

Question Answer Choices To start new businesses and create jobs. To enjoy a higher standard of living while staying closer to their families and culture. To escape high taxes in the mainland US. To participate in local political movements.

What is one of the main economic challenges Puerto Ricans face due to shipping laws?

Question Answer Choices Puerto Ricans face high tariffs on all imported goods from the US. Puerto Ricans cannot export goods to the US without paying extra taxes. Puerto Ricans are required to use only Puerto Rican ships for all trade. Puerto Ricans pay much higher shipping fees because their imports and exports can only be transported on US cargo ships.

What prevents many Puerto Ricans from serving on federal juries?

Question Answer Choices The lack of interest in serving on juries. The language disparity between the lower courts on the island, which operate in Spanish, and the English-only federal courts. The high crime rates on the island. The requirement to have a law degree to serve on federal juries.

What option for Puerto Rico's future does Gonzalez endorse?

Question Answer Choices Total independence. The 'voluntary association' model. Statehood. Becoming a US military base.