Globalization and Cultural Convergence Worksheet

What is globalization?

• The decrease in global trade

• The process of the world becoming more interconnected

• The decline of technological advancements

• The isolation of cultures

Cultural convergence refers to:

• Cultures becoming more similar due to shared influences

• The complete loss of cultural traditions

• The separation of people by region

• Increased immigration laws

Which of the following is most directly associated with cultural convergence?

• Local trade

• Cultural isolation

• International media and communication

• Regional dialects

The worldwide popularity of jeans, pop music, and fast food are examples of:

• Political convergence

• Economic collapse

• Cultural convergence

• Cultural divergence

Which of the following best describes a driving force of globalization?

• Physical geography

• Religious differences

• Advances in transportation and communication

• Government restrictions on trade

The spread of American movies and TV shows influencing values and styles in other countries is an example of:

• Divergence

• Globalization

• Regionalism

• Economic nationalism

Which of the following is a positive effect of cultural convergence?

• Reduced cultural awareness

• Global access to ideas and innovations

• Elimination of native languages

• Ethnic conflict

One negative effect of cultural convergence is:

• Increased global understanding

• Loss of unique cultural traditions

• Economic development

• Preservation of heritage

What role do multinational corporations play in globalization?

• They prevent global trade

• They operate only in their home countries

• They spread products and cultural ideas around the world

• They replace governments

Which of the following best explains how cultural convergence occurs?

• A. Isolation from other cultures

• B. Strict control over cultural exchange

• C. Regular interaction through trade, technology, and travel

• D. Government-imposed language rules