Geography 9.1 & 9.2 Revision 1

Globalisation is the increased interconnection and interdependence of...

• Economies, cultures, and societies
• Traditions, customs, and beliefs
• Technologies, languages, and religions
• Governments, industries, and environments

The internet is a primary example of which concept?

• Interconnection

• Diffusion

• Interdependence

• Adaption

The transfer or dispersal of cultural elements from one group of people to another group of people.

• Cultural exchange
• Diffusion

• Colonisation

• Glocalisation

Increasing global news coverage, social media platforms and streaming services like Netflix are examples of...

• Social globalization
• Digitalization
• Global diffusion

• Digital globalization

The alteration or adjustment of a person, group or environment in response to a threat, challenge or changed environment.

• Adaptation
• Conformity
• Resistance
• Modification

Which scenario best describes 'glocalisation'?

• A clothing brand selling the same designs worldwide without any modifications.
• A software company using the same language and interface for all its products globally.
• A fast-food chain offering different menu items based on the preferences of customers in different countries.
• A music streaming service offering the same playlists to users in all regions.

How does globalisation affect sustainability negatively?

• By promoting excessive consumption, leading to resource depletion, environmental degradation, and social inequality.

• Globalisation reduces poverty and inequality
• Globalisation always leads to environmental protection
• Globalisation has no impact on sustainability

Although Australia creates large profits buy selling iron ore globally, it cannot make its own cars. This is issue is best defined by the concept of...

• Interdependence

• Comparative advantage
• Absolute advantage
• Perfect competition

The overcoming of the 'friction of distance' leads to what result?

• Increased isolation and limited interaction
• Decreased connectivity and harder communication
• Enhanced friction and reduced communication
• Time-space convergence

Which scenario best illustrates the concept of "friction of distance"?

• A person choosing to walk a longer distance to avoid a toll road
• A person choosing a closer grocery store over a cheaper one farther away
• A person taking a direct flight instead of a connecting flight
• A person driving a shorter distance to save time