Global City Quiz

Who popularized the term "global city"?

• Saskia Sassen

• Max Weber

• Karl Marx

• Emile Durkheim

What were the three global cities identified by Saskia Sassen?

• Paris, Tokyo, New York

• London, Paris, Sydney

• New York, London, Tokyo

• Tokyo, San Francisco, New York

What stock exchange is associated with New York?

• NASDAQ

• Nikkei

• NYSE

• FTSE

How much is the value of shares traded in the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)?

• $2,313 billion

• $231.3 billion

• $19,300 billion

• $9,300 billion

Which city's stock exchange is mentioned as being reopened by the Chinese government in the late 1900s?

• Beijing

• Shanghai

• Guangzhou

• Hong Kong

What factors would you analyze to assess a global city's economic impact based on Sassen's criteria?

• Population size and cultural festivals

• Climate and geographical location

• Economic indicators, financial markets, and global influence

• Historical significance and tourist attractions

How might the cultural influence of Los Angeles compare to that of New York in the context of global cities?

• Los Angeles is less influential because it has fewer museums.

• New York is more culturally influential due to its stock exchange.

• Los Angeles rivals New York's influence due to its movie-making industry.

• Los Angeles has no significant cultural influence compared to New York.

What role does San Francisco play in the current definition of a global city, and why?

• It is known for its historical landmarks.

• It is a center for the most powerful internet companies.

• It has a large population.

• It is a major tourist destination.

How have Chinese cities like Shanghai and Beijing transformed into global cities?

• Through historical preservation efforts

• By becoming centers of trade and finance

• Due to their cultural festivals

• By hosting international sports events

How would you argue for the inclusion of Melbourne as a global city based on its livability?

• It has the largest stock exchange.

• It has the highest population in Australia.

• It is frequently listed as the world's most livable city.

• It is a major political center.