Kosovo, in southeastern Europe, declared its independence from
Serbia in 2008. Centuries ago it was at the center of the Serbian
empire, but it was conquered by Turkish forces in 1389. By the time
Serbia regained control of Kosovo in 1912 to 1913, most of the
population was Muslim and spoke Albanian. In a brutal conflict in the
1990s, Serbian forces drove the people of Kosovo from their homes.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) launched air strikes in
1999 to force Serbia to stop the attacks. United Nations and NATO
forces then moved in to enforce the peace. After Kosovo declared
independence, many countries recognized it as a separate country,
including the United States. Even more countries did not, including
Serbia, Russia, and China.
Which of the following statements is most likely to result from the fact that
only certain countries recognize Kosovo's independence?
O A. Many jobs will be created there by the selective trade patterns that
will result.
OB. The United Nations Security Council will be unable to agree on a
unified policy.
O C. The admission of Kosovo to the World Trade Organization will help
its economy.
OD. The population of the new country will become increasingly
diverse.