Unit 1 | Lesson 1 | Globalization

Question 1

Definition of:
Globalization

Answer 1

The process by which the worlds citizens are becoming more connected and dependent on each other

Question 2

What are the five kinds of globalization?

Answer 2

1. Economic globalization
2. Social globalization
3. Political globalization
4. Environmental globalization
5. Technological globalization

Question 3

Definition of:
Economic globalization

Answer 3

The process of expanding world trade networks

Question 4

Definition of:
Social globalization

Answer 4

The process by which peoples lifestyles spread over international networks

Question 5

Definition of:
Political globalization

Answer 5

The process by which government decisions are influenced by international events

Question 6

Definition of:
Environmental globalization

Answer 6

Expanding global networks leading to collaboration in environmental practices and management

Question 7

Definition of:
Technological globalization

Answer 7

The increasing development of technology across the world and the dependence of technology

Question 8

What can define a developed country?

Answer 8

• High industrialized economy
• Advanced technological infrastructure

Question 9

What can define a developing country?

Answer 9

• Non industrialized economy
• Poor technological infastructure

Question 10

What are some factors that affect development in a country?

Answer 10

• Geography
• Education
• Technology
• Healthcare
• History
• Stability of the political system