Globalization and Technology Quiz

What role do multinational corporations play in globalization?

• They restrict trade to local markets

• They promote cultural homogeneity

• They facilitate the spread of goods and services worldwide

• They discourage technological advancements

What is a key driver of globalization?

• Traditional economies

• Technological advancements

• Local markets

• Historical artifacts

Which of the following is an example of a multinational corporation?

• A local bakery

• A national library

• A global fast-food franchise

• A municipal government

How has digital technology impacted globalization?

• By slowing down communication

• By enabling instant communication across the globe

• By reducing the need for digital literacy

• By limiting access to information

Which development in transportation has contributed to globalization?

• The invention of the wheel

• The use of commercial airplanes

• Horse-drawn carriages

• Steam engines

Why are multinational corporations often at the forefront of globalization?

• They primarily focus on domestic markets

• They use outdated technologies

• They have resources to invest in global operations

• They avoid using digital technologies

How do developments in transportation contribute to environmental concerns related to globalization?

• By increasing local food production

• By increasing carbon emissions from international shipping and flights

• By promoting the use of bicycles

• By reducing the need for travel

Which statement accurately reflects the role of technology in the growth of multinational corporations?

• Technology has had no impact on multinational corporations

• Technology has enabled multinational corporations to operate more efficiently across borders

• Technology has limited the reach of multinational corporations

• Technology has made multinational corporations focus solely on local markets

Which technological advancement has most directly impacted global communication?

• The invention of the printing press

• The development of the telegraph

• The creation of the internet

• The use of carrier pigeons

In what way has digital technology NOT contributed to globalization?

• By creating physical barriers between countries

• By ensuring privacy and data protection universally

• By enabling the global spread of cultures

• By facilitating international trade