Understanding Globalisation: Key Concepts

What is the primary focus of economic globalisation?

• The spread of cultural practices across borders

• The integration of national economies through trade and investment

• The impact of globalisation on the environment

• The development of global communication technologies

Which of the following is an example of cultural globalisation?

• The establishment of free trade agreements

• The global spread of fast food chains

• The reduction of carbon emissions

• The development of new technologies

What is a significant environmental impact of globalisation?

• Increased cultural exchange

• Decreased global trade

• Increased carbon emissions due to transportation

• Decreased technological advancements

Which of the following is a global trade agreement?

• The Kyoto Protocol

• The Paris Agreement

• The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

• The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

How have technological advancements contributed to globalisation?

• By reducing the need for international trade

• By facilitating faster communication and transportation

• By increasing cultural isolation

• By decreasing the influence of transnational corporations

How does globalisation contribute to inequality?

• By providing equal opportunities for all countries

• By concentrating wealth in developed countries

• By reducing the influence of multinational corporations

• By promoting cultural diversity

What role do transnational corporations play in globalisation?

• They limit international trade

• They promote cultural isolation

• They drive economic integration and global trade

• They reduce technological advancements

What is meant by the term "global shift"?

• The movement of cultural practices across borders

• The relocation of economic activity from developed to developing countries

• The reduction of global trade barriers

• The increase in global environmental awareness

Who are considered the "winners" in the process of globalisation?

• Countries with limited access to technology

• Economies that are isolated from global trade

• Developed countries and multinational corporations

• Regions with strict trade barriers

Which of the following is a potential "loser" in globalisation?

• Countries with strong technological infrastructure

• Economies that rely heavily on agriculture

• Nations with diversified economies

• Regions with advanced manufacturing sectors