Globalization Review (Ch21 and Ch32)

What was the purpose of the original sneakers?

• Bold fashion statements
• Turbo boosters
• Only sports equipment
• Part of a military uniforms

What did the original sneakers look like?

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Over time, how did the purpose of sneakers change?

• People started to wear them all the time, not just for athletics.
• Sneakers were initially made as disposable shoes for one-time use and only later became durable and long-lasting.
• Sneakers were first created to solve medical issues, but they realized they would work for sports.
• Sneakers were originally designed as casual wear but later became exclusively used for military combat.

Which type of countries DESIGN sneakers today?

• Developed Countries
• Developing Countries

There are three parts to the sneaker. Which one of these is NOT a major part of the sneaker?

• Complex Upper
• Squishy Midsole
• Tough Midtread
• Tread/Outer Sole

What materials are sneakers NOT made from now?

• Synthetic Rubber

• Foam Padding
• Leather
• Obsidian

Which type of countries provide the raw materials and the manufacturing for sneakers?

• Developed Countries
• Developing Countries

Why aren't sneakers made in the United States anymore?

• Sneakers require rare materials only found in Asia.
• The U.S. government banned sneaker manufacturing to reduce pollution.
• U.S. factories lack the technology to make sneakers.
• As sneakers became more complex, they require a lot more labor to manufacture.

When sneaker factories left the United States, which was the first country they moved to?

• China
• Thailand
• South Korea
• Singapore

What is the most efficient (lowest cost, not least speed) way to move goods around the world?

• Cargo Planes
• Cargo Ships
• Trains
• Tracker Trailers