1990s Technology and Cultural Impact

The video explores the technological advancements of the 1990s, highlighting the tech boom, the rise of the internet, and early cell phones. It discusses globalization and cultural diffusion, using examples like McDonald's and K-pop. The video also addresses the darker side of globalization, such as its role in terrorism. The lesson concludes with a summary of the 90s' economic growth and the lasting impact of these technological changes.

What is the essential question for the lesson on 90s technology?

• How did 90s technology impact our world?

• How did globalization start?

• What were the major inventions of the 90s?

• What is cultural diffusion?

Which technological advancement of the 1990s is considered basic today?

• Video game consoles

• Social media

• Smartphones

• The Internet

What was a key feature of early cell phones in the 1990s?

• Camera

• Text messaging

• Touchscreen

• Internet connectivity

Which company is used as an example of cultural diffusion?

• Apple

• Sony

• Microsoft

• McDonald's

What is cultural diffusion?

• The decline of traditional cultures

• The development of new technologies

• The spread of ideas, customs, and technology from one place to another

• The spread of technology within a country

How did the internet contribute to the spread of K-pop?

• By allowing live concerts to be streamed

• By enabling music tracks to be shared globally

• By providing a platform for music videos

• By offering online music lessons

What is a negative aspect of globalization mentioned in the lesson?

• Contribution to terrorism

• Advancements in technology

• Increased cultural exchange

• Economic growth

How did terrorists use email to plan the 9/11 attacks?

• By using a shared email account and saving drafts

• By sending encrypted messages

• By using anonymous email services

• By hacking into government systems

What contributed to the economic growth of the 1990s?

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The rise of social media

• The decline of traditional industries

• The tech boom and Bill Clinton's economic policies

What lasting impact did the internet have according to the lesson?

• It replaced face-to-face communication

• It led to the decline of print media

• It changed how we communicate and will continue to do so

• It made traditional media obsolete