Globilisation

Question 1

What is globalisation?

Answer 1

The world today seems smaller due to advances in technology. These changes have causes some countries to have wealth and power, and others lack the basic necessities of life.

Question 2

What are some advantages of globalisation?

Answer 2

• Much easier to communicate
• Much better travel
• Expansion of international trade

Question 3

What are some disadvantages of globalisation?

Answer 3

• Environmental problems: global warming, resource depletion, harmful chemicals
• Loss of local culture
• Exploiting poorer countries: using their resources; instead of our own
• Exploiting cheap labour in less developed countries