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The Contemporary World Midterm Examination

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is globalization primarily about?

a)

Isolation and self-sufficiency

b)

Increased interconnection and interdependence

c)

Nationalism and protectionism

d)

Regional cooperation

2.

Regional cooperation

a)

Technology

b)

Culture

c)

Government regulations

d)

Trade

3.

What is a common positive outcome of globalization?

a)

Income inequality

b)

Cultural homogenization

c)

Economic growth

d)

Isolation

4.

Which organization is responsible for setting trade rules and resolving trade disputes among member countries?

a)

United Nations

b)

World Bank

c)

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

d)

World Trade Organization (WTO)

5.

How does globalization affect political relations between countries?

a)

It leads to isolationism and distrust

b)

It has no impact on political relations

c)

It creates interdependence and fosters cooperation

d)

It leads to conflict and competition

6.

What is economic globalization primarily concerned with?

a)

Cultural exchange

b)

Environmental conservation

c)

Interconnectedness of national economies

d)

Political cooperation

7.

Which of the following is a key driver of economic globalization?

a)

Isolationist policies

b)

Trade barriers and tariffs

c)

Technological advancements

d)

Protectionism

8.

What is a multinational corporation (MNC)?

a)

A government-owned company

b)

A company that operates in only one country

c)

A small, local business

d)

A company that operates in multiple countries

9.

How does economic globalization impact local economies?

a)

It can both benefit and harm local economies by increasing competition and opportunities for growth.

b)

It strengthens local economies by reducing competition.

c)

It has no impact on local economies.

d)

It weakens local economies by limiting international trade.

10.

Which international organization plays a significant role in facilitating economic globalization by promoting international trade and cooperation among member countries?

a)

United Nations (UN)

b)

World Trade Organization (WTO)

c)

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

d)

World Health Organization (WHO)

11.

What is the Modern World System in the context of global history?

a)

A system of government in which multiple countries are ruled by a single world government.

b)

A system of global trade that emerged in the 16th century, characterized by core, semi-peripheral, and peripheral regions.

c)

A system of international diplomacy established after World War II.

d)

A modern form of colonialism practiced by global superpowers.

12.

Which concept is central to the Modern World System theory developed by Immanuel Wallerstein?

a)

The idea of self-sufficiency and isolationism

b)

The role of religion in global politics.

c)

Economic and political hierarchy among countries.

d)

The focus on regional trade blocs.

13.

In the Modern World System, what does the "core" typically represent?

a)

Economically advanced and politically dominant countries.

b)

Countries with limited access to global trade.

c)

Developing nations that are transitioning to industrialization.

d)

Isolated, self-sufficient regions.

14.

According to Modern World System theory, what role do "semi-peripheral" countries play in the global economic structure?

a)

They are the most advanced and economically dominant countries.

b)

They are the least developed and isolated regions.

c)

They act as intermediaries between core and peripheral regions.

d)

They are entirely self-sufficient and do not participate in global trade.

15.

Which continent is the largest in terms of land area?

a)

Africa

b)

Asia

c)

Europe

d)

Antartica

16.

How many continents are there?

a)

5

b)

6

c)

7

d)

8

17.

Which of the following is part of Asia?

a)

Philippines

b)

Brazil

c)

Spain

d)

Australia

18.

What is the Capital of the Philippines?

a)

Quezon City

b)

Makati City

c)

Taguig City

d)

Manila

19.

Which of the following best defines globalization?

a)

The withdrawal of a country from international trade agreements.

b)

The process of countries becoming more self-reliant.

c)

The exchange of goods, services, information, and culture across borders.

d)

The strengthening of nationalistic movements.

20.

In the context of globalization, what is outsourcing?

a)

The process of insourcing all business operations.

b)

The practice of reducing international trade.

c)

The practice of a company contracting tasks or services to external companies, often in other countries, to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

d)

The restriction of global communication.