History - 41. Globalization I - The Upside

What is the main focus of the Crash Course World History episode discussed in the text?

• Globalization

• International migration

• Cultural blending

• Industrial Revolution

Why do we study history according to the text?

• To understand the world's economic engine

• To get a good grade

• To make more money

• To get a good job

What is the primary example of globalization discussed in the text?

• Cultural borrowing

• International migration

• Population growth

• Manufacturing consumer goods

What has led to the dramatic increase in the scale of global trade according to the text?

• Decrease in multinational corporations

• Rise in tariffs on international trade

• Increase in government regulations

• Cheap and safe travel and shipping

Which country is mentioned as having a huge technology sector and manufacturing iPads?

• Vietnam

• India

• Brazil

• China

What is a major driver of economic growth in the developing world as mentioned in the text?

• Increased government regulations

• Industrialization

• Remittances

• Privatization of businesses

What percentage of the total gross domestic product in Tajikistan comes from remittances?

• 15%

• 25%

• 35%

• 45%

What is a paradox of globalized culture mentioned in the text?

• Fewer languages spoken

• Americanization of culture

• Increased access to diverse cultural experiences

• Decrease in cultural diversity

What has global capitalism been good for according to the text?

• Job loss

• Worldwide economic output

• Decreased economic opportunities

• Social dislocation

What has led to the increase in human life expectancy according to the text?

• Decreased population growth

• Improved health care for women only

• Antibiotics

• Second agricultural revolution