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Which of the following factors contributed to economic globalization during the twentieth century?
Which of the following factors contributed to economic globalization during the twentieth century?
What effect did the Bretton Woods system have on globalization after World War II?
What effect did the Bretton Woods system have on globalization after World War II?
It established rules for commercial and financial dealings among major capitalist countries.
Which of the following reflects a neo-liberal approach to economic development?
Which of the following reflects a neo-liberal approach to economic development?
Beginning in the 1960s, which of the following were identified as key issues in western feminism by women of color?
Beginning in the 1960s, which of the following were identified as key issues in western feminism by women of color?
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Which of the following has been a contentious issue between the Global North and Global South since 1945?
Which of the following has been a contentious issue between the Global North and Global South since 1945?
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Which of the following represents a pattern of global migration since 1960?
Which of the following represents a pattern of global migration since 1960?
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Which of the following describes the effect of economic globalization on wealthy nations like the US?
Which of the following describes the effect of economic globalization on wealthy nations like the US?
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What do those who speak of an 'American Empire' point to in support of their opinion?
What do those who speak of an 'American Empire' point to in support of their opinion?
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In contrast to feminists who fought for rights, feminists who assumed the task of women's liberation?
In contrast to feminists who fought for rights, feminists who assumed the task of women's liberation?
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Which of the following reflects a response of African feminists to western feminism in the 1970s and beyond?
Which of the following reflects a response of African feminists to western feminism in the 1970s and beyond?
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Which of the following characterizes the response of religious fundamentalism to global modernity?
Which of the following characterizes the response of religious fundamentalism to global modernity?
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Which of the following has been a goal of Islamic fundamentalist groups in the Muslim world since the 1970s?
Which of the following has been a goal of Islamic fundamentalist groups in the Muslim world since the 1970s?
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What factor led Osama bin Laden and the leaders of al-Qaeda to declare the US as their enemy?
What factor led Osama bin Laden and the leaders of al-Qaeda to declare the US as their enemy?
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Which of the following was a more central issue in environmental movements in developing countries than those in the industrial West?
Which of the following was a more central issue in environmental movements in developing countries than those in the industrial West?
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Which of the following was a distinctive feature of environmental movements in the Global South?
Which of the following was a distinctive feature of environmental movements in the Global South?
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Which of the following highlights the global mobility of capital in the world since 1945?
Which of the following highlights the global mobility of capital in the world since 1945?
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In the permissive economic climate of recent decades, transnational corporations frequently relocate their facilities in search of...
In the permissive economic climate of recent decades, transnational corporations frequently relocate their facilities in search of...
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Which of the following opposed neo-liberal globalization and offered an alternative approach expressed in the slogan 'Another world is possible'?
Which of the following opposed neo-liberal globalization and offered an alternative approach expressed in the slogan 'Another world is possible'?
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Refer to map 23.2 in the textbook. The map showing the global distribution of McDonald's highlights which aspect of the so-called American empire?
Refer to map 23.2 in the textbook. The map showing the global distribution of McDonald's highlights which aspect of the so-called American empire?
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Which of the following was the original meaning of the phrase 'Third World'?
Which of the following was the original meaning of the phrase 'Third World'?
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Which of the following issues was more central to women's movements in the Global South than in the industrial West?
Which of the following issues was more central to women's movements in the Global South than in the industrial West?
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Which of the following is considered a success of the international women's movement?
Which of the following is considered a success of the international women's movement?
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How have modernity, science, and globalization been affected by the world's religions since 1945?
How have modernity, science, and globalization been affected by the world's religions since 1945?
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What is a feature of religious fundamentalism?
What is a feature of religious fundamentalism?
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What represents the use of religion as a basis to fight for social justice, human rights, and the end of poverty?
What represents the use of religion as a basis to fight for social justice, human rights, and the end of poverty?
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What do the Gulen movement in Turkey and the Amman message issued in Jordan in 2005 share in common?
What do the Gulen movement in Turkey and the Amman message issued in Jordan in 2005 share in common?
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Describing the current era since the industrial revolution as the Anthropocentric Era calls attention to the...
Describing the current era since the industrial revolution as the Anthropocentric Era calls attention to the...
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Which of the following contributed to the environmental changes of the twentieth century?
Which of the following contributed to the environmental changes of the twentieth century?
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What did nineteenth-century strands of environmentalism share in common?
What did nineteenth-century strands of environmentalism share in common?
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Which movement in the world today has come to symbolize 'One-world' thinking?
Which movement in the world today has come to symbolize 'One-world' thinking?
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According to Russian feminist Alexandra Kodletai, responsibility for childcare should be on...
According to Russian feminist Alexandra Kodletai, responsibility for childcare should be on...
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Which of the following reflects American writer Andrea Dworkin's view of aged Western feminism?
Which of the following reflects American writer Andrea Dworkin's view of aged Western feminism?
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The following goal is associated with which strand of feminism?
The following goal is associated with which strand of feminism?
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What does the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, blame for the inequality of women in many Muslim societies?
What does the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Benazir Bhutto, blame for the inequality of women in many Muslim societies?
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Which of the following reflects a central concern of Mexican Zapatista feminists?
Which of the following reflects a central concern of Mexican Zapatista feminists?
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Which of the following details in the photograph in visual source 23.1 highlights the globalized nature of the world economy?
Which of the following details in the photograph in visual source 23.1 highlights the globalized nature of the world economy?
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The poster in visual source 23.2 illustrates what aspect of Chinese culture in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries?
The poster in visual source 23.2 illustrates what aspect of Chinese culture in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries?
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The message conveyed in visual source 23.3 criticizes what aspect of the World Trade Organization's handling of the global economy?
The message conveyed in visual source 23.3 criticizes what aspect of the World Trade Organization's handling of the global economy?
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The photograph in visual source 23.4 suggests a connection between electricity and...
The photograph in visual source 23.4 suggests a connection between electricity and...
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What did globalization mean for the people photographed in visual source 23.1?
What did globalization mean for the people photographed in visual source 23.1?
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Study Notes
Economic Globalization
- Technological advances drastically reduced transportation costs, facilitating global trade and economic interdependence.
- The Bretton Woods system established rules for financial transactions among major capitalist countries post-World War II, promoting globalization.
Neo-Liberalism and Economic Development
- A neo-liberal approach is characterized by the privatization of state-run enterprises to enhance efficiency and growth.
Feminism and Social Issues
- In the 1960s, women of color highlighted racism and poverty as key feminism issues in Western discourse.
- African feminists critiqued Western feminism, labeling it a form of cultural imperialism.
- Economic survival emerged as a primary concern for women in the Global South compared to their counterparts in industrialized nations.
Global North vs. Global South
- The availability and terms of foreign aid have been contentious between the Global North and Global South since 1945, often influencing geopolitical relations.
Patterns of Migration
- Since 1960, there has been significant migration from developing countries to industrialized nations, reshaping demographics and labor markets.
Economic Shifts in Wealthy Nations
- Economic globalization has led to a shift in the global division of labor, resulting in manufacturing job losses in wealthy nations like the U.S.
American Empire and Global Influence
- Proponents of the "American Empire" concept cite the extensive economic, military, and cultural influence of the U.S. worldwide, often referred to as "soft power."
Religious and Cultural Responses
- Religious fundamentalism often involves selectively rejecting modernization aspects, seeking to create distinct identities.
- Islamic fundamentalist movements aim for an Islamic modernity independent of Western ideologies.
- Liberation theology employs religion as a foundation for social justice, human rights advocacy, and poverty alleviation.
Environmental Movements
- In developing countries, environmental movements focus on ensuring food security rather than broader ecological concerns often prioritized in the Global North.
- The global environmentalism movement embodies the idea of "One-world" thinking, promoting interconnectedness in addressing ecological challenges.
Influence of Globalization on Society
- Foreign direct investment is a key indicator of the global capital movement since 1945.
- Transnational corporations often relocate seeking minimal environmental regulations, raising ethical concerns.
- The explosive population growth in the 20th century contributed significantly to environmental change.
Feminism's Diverse Perspectives
- Russian feminist Alexandra Kodletai argues childcare responsibility should be shared by society.
- The Black American feminism movement emphasizes the intersectional nature of oppression across race and gender.
- Statements from Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto attribute women’s inequality in Muslim societies to male-centered laws.
Visual and Cultural Representation
- Visual sources like photos and posters reflect the global economy's interconnected nature through symbols like blue jeans and illustrate critiques of corporate regulations in globalization efforts.
- The relationship between electricity access and economic development is visually represented, linking infrastructure to quality of life and opportunity for employment.
Women's Movement Achievements
- A significant success of the international women's movement is the global acknowledgment that women's rights are integral to human rights.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 23 in AP World History with these flashcards. This chapter discusses the key factors and effects of economic globalization during the twentieth century, including technological advances and the Bretton Woods system. Perfect for mastering concepts related to global economic changes after World War II.
