Globalisation and Global Governance

Question 1

Globalisation

Answer 1

The increased integration and interdependence of economic, cultural and political systems across geographical boundaries.

The way in which people’s lives are becoming increasingly intertwined with those of distant people in places around the world.

A process by which economies, societies and cultures have become increasingly integrated through the global network of trade, communication, transportation and immigration.

Question 2

Advantages of Globalisation

Answer 2

-Choice of products so more competition so lower prices
-Employment

Question 3

Disadvantages of Globalisation

Answer 3

-Clone towns - ‘everywhere looks the same’
-local businesses may be forced to close
-Jobs could treat employees unethically
-Unemployment
-Aggressive marketing
-Hostile takeover

Question 4

Types of Globalisation

Answer 4

-Economic
-Urban
-Social/cultural
-Linguistic
-Political
-Demographic
-Environmental

Question 5

G7

Answer 5

USA, UK, France, Germany, China, Japan, Canada

Question 6

Permanent Security Council

Answer 6

USA, UK, France, China, Russia