Contemporary World Quiz

What is a primary driver of globalization?

• Isolationism

• Convergence of cultural and economic systems

• Decreased interaction among nations

• Nationalization of resources

Which of the following is NOT a type of globalization mentioned in the text?

• Economic globalization

• Political globalization

• Environmental globalization

• Cultural globalization

Which technology has enabled businesses to track products as they move across borders?

• 3D Printing

• Blockchain

• Virtual Reality

• Automated manufacturing

What is the primary benefit of countries specializing in products they have a competitive advantage in within a globalized economy?

• Increased geographic constraints

• Higher production costs worldwide

• More efficient production and lower prices

• Reduced global trade

What potential negative effect of globalization is highlighted in the text?

• Increased international competition

• Spread of diseases across borders

• Access to larger markets

• Easier communication between countries

What is one of the key roles of the United Nations (UN) in global governance?

• Promoting isolationism among countries

• Facilitating international trade agreements exclusively

• Conflict prevention and resolution through peacekeeping missions

• Imposing global taxes on multinational corporations

Which of the following is NOT a challenge of contemporary global governance?

• Geopolitical rivalries among major powers

• Growing economic inequalities

• The advancement of technology

• Climate change and environmental concerns

In global governance, what role do non-state actors such as multinational corporations and civil society groups play?

• They have no influence over international policies.

• They primarily resist globalization and global governance.

• They help shape international policies, especially in human rights and global health.

• They only act as consultants to state governments.

What is an example of political globalization?

• Multinational corporations operating across borders

• Trade agreements like NAFTA and the Trans-Pacific Partnership

• The United Nations facilitating international peacekeeping

• The promotion of global pop culture through social media

Despite globalization, why does the state remain relevant in contemporary global governance?

• States no longer play a significant role in international relations.

• States control national security, manage economies, and represent national interests in international forums.

• States have ceded their authority entirely to non-state actors like multinational corporations.

• States are only symbolic in global governance structures.