why are some countrys called third world? is there a second world?

Answer 1

During the cold war the countries of soviet block were called 2nd World.

Answer 2

Third world countries are undeveloped countries. There used to be a second world status, but it eventually fell form use. Under the classic first second third would set, Mexico would have been a second world country, while the US was a first world country, and a place like Niger would be a third world country.

Answer 3

They are no longer third world. They are "developing"

And yes, there is a "second world." An example would be like Egypt. Egypt is a successful nation but is still in the works of getting better. Make sense?

Answer 4

First world is 'developed', most homes have electricity and water; the nation has a solid infrastructure.

Second world is 'developing', nice homes have electricity and water, the nation is starting to establish an infrastructure.

Third word is 'undeveloped', only the richest government officials have electricity and water in their homes, there is almost no infrastructure.

Answer 5

Countries that are called "third world countries" are countries that rely mostly on Farming to Provide their needs. example China, Mexico, and some south american countries.

Kriss A.

Answer 6

The 'old' world was Europe
The 'new' world was the Americas (now specifically Canada and the US)
The 'third' world was everyone else.

Today, third world generally means non-industrialized nations.

Answer 7

I don't believe so. But who am I to say. America is mixed between the 2 worlds. When you're forced to choose between groceries and paying your electric bill, there is a problem. The affected population doesn't matter because nobody cares though.

Answer 8

Second world: India and China.

Answer 9

yes, I am afraid the U.S.A. is headed that way.

Answer 10

yes, that's where we keep all our unicorns and elves.