Strat & Class Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is global stratification?
Global stratification refers to the unequal distribution of resources, wealth, and power among countries and regions worldwide.
True or False: Global stratification only considers economic factors.
False
What are the three main categories of countries in global stratification?
High-income, middle-income, and low-income countries.
Fill in the blank: The _______ measures a country’s economic performance and is often used in global stratification.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Which theory explains global stratification by focusing on historical exploitation and colonialism?
World-System Theory
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor in global stratification? A) Education B) Technology C) Population Density D) Natural Resources
C) Population Density
What is the term for the disparity in health outcomes between different countries?
Global health inequality
True or False: Global stratification impacts access to education.
True
What is the Human Development Index (HDI)?
A composite index measuring average achievement in key dimensions of human development: health, education, and standard of living.
Fill in the blank: Countries with high levels of _______ are typically classified as high-income countries.
Industrialization
What role does globalization play in global stratification?
Globalization can both exacerbate and reduce inequalities by increasing access to markets, information, and technology.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of low-income countries? A) High literacy rates B) Low life expectancy C) High GDP per capita D) Extensive industrialization
B) Low life expectancy
What is the concept of ‘dependency theory’?
A theory that suggests that low-income countries are dependent on high-income countries for resources and economic support.
True or False: Cultural factors do not influence global stratification.
False
What is one major consequence of global stratification?
Increased poverty and limited access to essential services for populations in low-income countries.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is an international organization that provides financial assistance to developing countries.
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
What does the term ‘social mobility’ refer to in the context of global stratification?
The ability of individuals or groups to move up or down the social hierarchy.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a measure of economic inequality? A) Gini coefficient B) Literacy rate C) Population growth rate D) Unemployment rate
A) Gini coefficient
What impact does climate change have on global stratification?
Climate change disproportionately affects low-income countries, exacerbating existing inequalities and vulnerabilities.
True or False: High-income countries always have better health outcomes than low-income countries.
False
What is the significance of the term ‘global north and south’?
It is used to describe the socio-economic and political divide between more developed countries (Global North) and less developed countries (Global South).
Fill in the blank: _______ is a measure of a country’s overall economic health and its citizens’ quality of life.
Standard of living
What is the primary focus of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
To address global challenges including poverty, inequality, and climate change by 2030.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to global stratification? A) Economic policies B) Technological advancements C) Personal relationships D) Historical context
C) Personal relationships
