International Business

In a commodity-based economy, two common items that are traded are ______ and ______.

Which factor primarily contributed to most of mankind's achievements, according to the 'Rise Religion' video?

The Babylon video states that the Jewish people created polytheism as it pertains to the Bible.

According to the Silk Road video, what mistaken belief did the Romans have about the origin of silk?

Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

Which of the following best defines international business?

What primary motivation spurred the Franklin expedition?

Canada is currently ranked as the number one best country to live in as of 2023.

Approximately what percentage of Canada's total production is exported?

What distinguishes Canada's trade advantages in the global market?

The Avro Arrow, a major project developed in Canada, occurred around the same time as ______ was launched into space by Russia.

In what way did Jim Chamberlin, the Candian engineer, contribute to NASA's space program?

The war between the Roman and Ottoman empires increased European access to the Silk Road.

Which Portuguese explorer successfully discovered a new sea route to India by navigating around Africa?

Who led the first Europeans to land in North America?

[Blank], mass-produced in China, allowed Shi Huang Di to become successful and also sparked mass production.

Which revolutionary writing technology, invented by the Phoenician people, is now used worldwide?

The concept of a stock exchange was developed in London, primarily trading tea.

What are examples of ideas that companies are looking for from knowledge workers?

What were considered the driving forces behind change in the ancient world?

The oldest excavated shipwreck was found around ______ BCE.

Which payment system dominated trading goods in the ancient world before the introduction of currency?

Around when did the coinage system originate and where?

Canada did not contribute anything to the James Webb space program.

Which of the following contributions has Canada made to the Artemis 2 Mission?

In a commodity-based economy, two commonly traded items were ______ and ______.

Which of the following best describes the concept behind the interdependence of countries in international trade?

According to the 'Rise of Religion' video, what primary development facilitated most of mankind's accomplishments?

The traders mentioned in the 'Cities/Trade' video primarily connected North America to Asia through the spice trade.

According to the 'Babylon' video, which revolutionary idea is attributed to the Jewish people concerning the Bible?

According to the 'Silk Road' video, what inaccurate belief did the Romans hold about the origin of silk?

Match the following commodities with their corresponding uses or trade dynamics as highlighted in the videos:

What significant development in Britain propelled the Industrial Revolution, leading to new workplaces?

A ______ is a business arrangement where two or more companies agree to collaborate for a specific project.

Licensing involves a company granting another business the right to use its physical assets, such as factories, for a fee.

Which of the following defines international business in the context of the provided content?

What was the primary goal of the Franklin expedition?

Canada was ranked #______ in terms of the best country to live in 2023.

Canada's trade advantages primarily stem from its reliance on imported goods, which drives down consumer prices.

What was the name of the major project developed in Canada around the time of the Sputnik launch?

How did Jim Chamberlin, a Canadian engineer, contribute to NASA's space program?

The war between the Roman and Ottoman empires was significant to trade because it cut off European access to the ______, prompting the search for new trade routes.

Which Portuguese explorer is credited with discovering a new trade route to India by sailing around Africa?

The Dutch were the first Europeans to land in North America.

What item, mass-produced in China, facilitated Shi Huang Di's success and spurred mass production?

Amsterdam's merchants are credited with giving birth to the ______ exchange, primarily trading in ______.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an international business practice?

Offshoring always leads to lower costs and improved quality for a business.

Provide two reasons why the auto industry is a major driver of the Canadian economy.

In a commodity-based economy, common items traded include ______ and ______.

What is the central idea behind the concept of interdependence in international trade?

According to the Rise Religion Video, what primary development was key for most of mankind's major achievements?

The Silk Road was primarily important for the exchange of goods; there was little exchange of ideas.

According to the Salt Video, what was the major trading partner for salt in Mali?

What commodity did the British find most lucrative during a specific era, leading them to challenge China?

Which technological development spurred the Industrial Revolution in Britain?

Match the following international business terms with their descriptions:

The exchange of goods, services, technology, and capital across national borders is known as ______.

Approximately what percentage of Canadian-produced goods are exported?

Canada's trade advantages include a volatile economy, a skilled workforce, and a scarcity of natural resources.

What was the name of the major aviation project developed in Canada around the time Sputnik was launched?

Why was the war between the Roman and Ottoman empires significant for European trade?

Which Portuguese explorer found a new trade route to India by sailing around Africa?

Shi Huang Di's success was aided by the mass production of paper, which allowed for efficient record-keeping.

What was the main item traded by Amsterdam's merchants that led to the development of the stock exchange?

Software development, artificial intelligence, and research & design are examples of ideas sought by companies from ______ workers.

According to course content, what was a main driving force behind change in the ancient world?

Which of the following is an example of offshoring?

Tariffs are designed to lower the price of imported goods to benefit consumers.

Mention three reasons why the auto industry is a major driver of the Canadian economy.

What main factor attracts many Canadians to seek cosmetic surgery overseas?

Explain why Canada imports oil despite being a significant oil producer. Mention an issue and a potential solution related to this situation.

In a commodity-based economy, goods like ______ and ______ are commonly traded.

In a knowledge-based economy, ______ and ______ are key items that are traded.

Complete self-sufficiency is achievable for most countries in today's global economy.

According to the Rise Religion Video, what was the key to most of the achievements of mankind?

How did traders impact the world, as seen in the Cities/Trade Video?

The Jewish people created the revolutionary idea of ______, the belief in one God, as it pertains to the Bible created in Babylon.

According to the Silk Road video, what was the Roman's misconception about silk?

Why was salt such a valuable commodity traded by North African nomads?

During 1636 in Holland, tulipmania saw the rarest tulip bulbs selling for less than their weight in gold.

During the era discussed, what commodity did the British trade that proved most lucrative, eventually challenging China?

What invention led to the Industrial Revolution?

Match the following business terms with their correct definition:

Which definition accurately describes international business?

In 2023, Canada was ranked as the number one best country to live in.

What are Canada’s main trade advantages?

During the time when Sputnik was launched, which major project was developed in Canada?

Jim Chamberlin only helped NASA with administrative tasks and did not contribute to spacecraft design.

How did the war between the Roman and Ottoman empires significantly affect trade?

Which Portuguese explorer discovered a new trade route to India?

Which of the following technologies allowed Shi Huang Di to become successful and sparked mass production?

The Phoenicians are credited with inventing the printing press, which is now used worldwide.

The fall of Constantinople primarily led to:

A ______ occurs when a company hires an external organization to handle services or production; for example, Apple using Foxconn in China for iPhone production