North Korea is ruled by communist dictator Kim Jong-un. North Korean citizens have extremely limited rights and no say in how the country is run. Kim and his advisers also have total control of the economy. There is very little economic growth and shortages of food and other basic necessities are common. People are forced to work in occupations that are dictated by the government. Life in North Korea is very hard for the majority of its citizens.

Question

Which of the following is the best description of the passage?
A.
reasons for a government controlled economy
B.
reasons to limit the power of government
C.
reasons to make trade agreements
D.
reasons for arms control treaties

Answer 1

The best description of the passage is:

A. reasons for a government controlled economy

The passage discusses the total control of the economy by the government in North Korea, the lack of economic growth, and the resulting hardships faced by citizens, which all pertain to the implications of a government-controlled economy.