Globalisation Flashcards
Define Globalisation
How interconnected the world and different cultures are.
What is Social Globalisation?
The process of cultures and people becoming more interconnected across countries.
Name some flows associated with Social Globalisation.
Social media, music/TV/film, gaming (e.g., Japanese games like Mario and Pokemon), and progressive attitudes (e.g., LGBTQ rights).
What is Environmental Globalisation?
The spread of environmental concerns and efforts across borders, often involving international events like COP 28 and organizations like Greenpeace.
What is Political Globalisation?
The process of political institutions, ideas, and values becoming interconnected globally, often through wars, meetings, unions, and ideologies.
List some components of Economic Globalisation.
Manufacturing in multiple countries, franchises, tourism, and organizations like the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
What are some crossovers in globalisation?
Organizations like the United Nations (UN) deal with various sectors, globalisation varies between countries, and different actors are involved.
What are some advantages of air travel in terms of global connectivity?
Shorter flight times, reduced costs, new routes, and the ability to carry more passengers.
How has rail and train travel, like the Eurotunnel, improved transportation?
By offering more routes, faster trains, cheaper fares, and consistent reliability.
What are some features of modern boats like MSC Irena that enhance global trade?
They are larger, can carry more people or goods, and are faster to transport due to improvements like better canals and an increased volume of boats.
How has road travel, such as the E40 route, contributed to global connectivity?
It has made regions more interconnected, facilitating easier transportation of people and goods.
How have budget airlines influenced tourism and accessibility?
They have made traveling between countries cheaper and more accessible, allowing more people to afford international travel.
What impact has increased ship size had on global trade?
It has reduced the cost of importing and exporting goods, making trade more affordable for everyone.
How has improved train connectivity boosted tourism?
Faster and more interconnected trains make it easier and safer to travel, encouraging tourism growth.
