THC 6 Midterm Examination

Evolving inter-connectedness of the world, reflected in the expanded flows of information, technology, capital, goods, services and people.

(a)  

The following are positive effects of globalization except;

• promotes global economic growth,

• creates people jobless

• makes companies more competitive,

• expands consumer choice

Which of the following is/are the negative effects of globalization?

• generates income inequalities

• destroys local industries

• creates greater dependency of developing economies on developed ones, with adverse effects on small business

• all of the above

5 drivers of globalization

(a)  

A particular advantage claimed for globalization is that it fosters the generation of employment, increasing the standard of living of people worldwide, and also __________

• alleviating poverty

• dependency

• consolidation

• leakages

It involves the movement of people from one place to another with intentions of settling, permanently or temporarily, at a new location (geographic region).

• Human migration

• Age restructuring

• Changing Social Structures

• Work patterns

Which of the following is/are the environmental negative effects of globalization?

• Enhanced our understanding of the importance of environmental protection benefitting all tourism stakeholders.

• The rise of the socially conscious and environmentally conscious consumer leads to new patterns of tourist behaviour, as exemplified by the development of alternative tourism, in opposition to mass tourism

• Many global environmental problems involving cross-boundary pollution, e.g. over-fishing in the oceans, climate change, are being solved by discussions and conventions.

• All of the above

Which of the following is/are the possitive social effects of globalization

• The globalisation of social networks, whether through multinational companies, higher education, or international civil society, can be expected to drive further growth of tourism and travel.

• Inter alia, tourism can lead to removal of social or national prejudices, promote mutual understanding between hosts and guests, encourage civic involvement and local pride in a destination, improve the quality of life of locals including the vitality of local communities, and increases availability of recreation facilities and opportunities.

• Globalisation forges cross-cultural contacts, helping to promote cultural understanding and tolerance, as well as the spread of democratic ideals.

• All of the above

(a)   is the characteristics and knowledge of a particular group of people, encompassing language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music and arts.

(a)   is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists.