Changing Places Quiz

What is the primary effect of globalisation on local places?

• Increased cultural diversity

• Decreased economic opportunities

• Reduced access to technology

• Isolation from global markets

Which of the following is a common cause of economic disparities in urban areas?

• Equal distribution of resources

• Uniform employment opportunities

• Unequal access to education

• Consistent housing prices

Which of the following is an example of quantitative data?

• A description of a city's atmosphere

• The number of people living in a city

• An interview with a local business owner

• A photograph of a busy street

Which of the following is an example of qualitative data?

• The average income of a neighbourhood

• The population density of a city

• A survey on residents' feelings about their community

• The number of schools in an area

What is a major cause of globalisation?

• Decreased international trade

• Advances in communication technology

• Reduction in transportation networks

• Isolationist policies

What does the concept of time-space compression refer to?

• The physical shrinking of the Earth

• The reduction in time it takes to travel between places

• The increase in time it takes to communicate globally

• The expansion of geographical distances

What is containerisation?

• The use of containers to store goods locally

• The process of packaging goods for retail

• The use of standardised containers for efficient shipping

• The reduction of container sizes for local markets

What is a "clone town"?

• A town with a unique cultural identity

• A town with a diverse range of independent shops

• A town with a high number of chain stores

• A town with no commercial activity

Which of the following is a consequence of time-space compression?

• Increased isolation of rural areas

• Slower communication speeds

• Greater global connectivity

• Decreased international trade

How does globalisation typically affect local economies?

• It isolates them from global markets

• It reduces competition

• It increases access to international markets

• It decreases the availability of goods