RESISTANCE to Globalization after 1900 [AP World History, Unit 9 Topic 7] Period 6: 1900-present

What was the primary objective of the "Battle for Seattle" protests in 1999?

• To advocate for increased free trade agreements worldwide.

• To challenge the idea that free trade was the highest global value.

• To demand the dissolution of the World Trade Organization.

• To promote the benefits of globalization for developing nations.

Which organization was created in 2001 to embody anti-globalization ideals and work towards a more equitable world?

• The World Trade Organization

• The International Monetary Fund

• The World Social Forum

• The European Union

Which of the following was a significant reason for resistance to globalization, as exemplified by Brexit?

• Concerns about child labor in global supply chains.

• The desire to protect national sovereignty and control domestic policies.

• The promotion of Western social media platforms.

• The need for increased global monetary cooperation.

How did the Chinese government respond to social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, which it blamed for unrest?

• It encouraged their use to promote global communication.

• It partnered with them to monitor citizen activity.

• It shut them down and introduced its own filtered platform.

• It imposed heavy taxes on their operations within China.