Quiz on Global Regions and Integration

What does the term 'Global South' refer to?

• Countries in the Arctic region

• Only countries in South America

• Symbolic designation to capture

• Developed countries in Europe

Which countries are included in the Global North?

• Brazil, Argentina, Chile

• Canada, France, Germany

• India, China, Indonesia

• South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya

What is the conceptual similarity between 'Global South' and 'Third World'?

• Both refer to conditions in developing nations

• Both refer to countries in the Arctic

• Both refer to developed nations

• Both are terms for European countries

What is globalization?

• The expansion of social relations across world-time and worldspace

• The decline of social relations

• The increase of local economies

• The isolation of nations

What does regionalization refer to?

• The growth of societal integration within a region

• The decline of cultural diversity

• The separation of countries

• The increase of global conflicts

What event marked the beginning of Japan's imperial domination's end in the Asia-Pacific region?

• The Cold War

• The Asian Financial Crisis

• World War II

• World War I

What was a significant consequence of the Asian Financial Crisis of 1997?

• Increased economic stability in Thailand

• Collapse of the Thai economy

• Rise of Japan's economy

• Strengthening of ASEAN

What does the term 'McWorld' refer to?

• Cultural Westernization

• Cultural diversity

• Political isolation

• Economic independence

Which institution was established to promote social and economic development in Asia?

• United Nations

• International Monetary Fund

• Asian Development Bank

• World Bank

What is the aim of the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA)?

• To promote military cooperation

• To reduce foreign aid

• To work on human security and quality growth

• To establish trade barriers