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Advanced Quiz on Globalisation

Authored by Marina Redondo

Social Studies

12th Grade

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Advanced Quiz on Globalisation
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some scholars argue that globalisation is not a recent phenomenon?

It only began in the 1990s with the rise of neo-liberal economics

It can be traced back to early trade routes, such as those connecting Great Zimbabwe to China and Iran

It is solely driven by digital technology and the internet

It started with the formation of the United Nations after World War II

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does cultural globalisation pose to local traditions?

It always strengthens local traditions by encouraging cultural pride

It makes local cultures more resistant to external influences

It can lead to cultural homogenisation, where dominant global trends overshadow local customs

It forces all countries to adopt the same cultural values

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Thompson (2000) challenge the idea of global economic integration?

He argues that globalisation is more regional, with major economic blocs dominating trade

He suggests that globalisation is entirely dependent on technological advancements

He claims that globalisation is primarily a Western concept with no economic impact

He believes that globalisation is a recent trend with no historical basis

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of "cultural hybridity"?

The spread of American fast food chains worldwide

Chicken tikka masala becoming a national dish in the UK

The adoption of English as the global business language

The dominance of Hollywood movies in the global entertainment industry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

True or False: Transnational corporations (TNCs) are often more powerful than some nation-states in terms of economic influence.

True

False

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of globalisation did sociologist Manuel Castells highlight in his work?

The dominance of trade agreements in shaping economic policies

The rise of digital capitalism, where knowledge and information are the primary economic drivers

The decline of nation-states due to globalisation

The idea that economic globalisation has remained unchanged for centuries

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does political globalisation challenge the power of nation-states?

It forces governments to focus only on domestic policies

It leads to stronger national governments controlling international trade

It increases the influence of supranational organisations like the UN and EU

It reduces the need for global cooperation on major issues

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