Gr 12 History Ch 6.2: Emerging Economies (BRICS)
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Who are among the diverse stakeholders resisting global capitalism?

  • Only environmental groups and anti-globalization activists
  • Labor unions, indigenous groups, local communities, and environmental groups (correct)
  • Only multinational corporations and governments
  • None of the above

What can form between diverse resistance groups to address common issues?

  • Competition to outdo each other
  • Nationalist movements
  • New alliances transcending national borders (correct)
  • Isolationist policies

What is the focus of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

  • Only economic growth
  • Environmental sustainability and social inclusion (correct)
  • Only social justice
  • Only environmental conservation

What is the growing demand on corporations?

<p>To consider their environmental and social impact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a consequence of neoliberal policies in both developed and developing countries?

<p>Exacerbated wealth inequality (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has led to an increase in corporate sustainability practices and reporting?

<p>Growing demand for corporate social responsibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for multinational corporations to take action?

<p>Because their operations often have extensive environmental footprints (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant issue in the advancement of IT, particularly in less developed regions?

<p>Disparities in digital literacy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) implemented by the IMF and World Bank?

<p>Cutting public spending (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a consequence of the globalization of IT?

<p>Job creation in tech-driven sectors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critique of neoliberal policies?

<p>They exacerbate wealth inequality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) in various regions?

<p>Increased poverty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for regions to adapt to the shift in employment due to the globalization of IT?

<p>Significant shifts in skills and education (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of deregulation and privatization in neoliberal policies?

<p>Stimulated economic growth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary intention of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) implemented by the IMF and World Bank?

<p>To promote economic growth and global market integration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a consequence of the adoption of neoliberal policies in both developed and developing countries?

<p>An increase in economic inequality and social unrest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant challenge in regions adapting to the shift in employment due to the globalization of IT?

<p>Acquiring new skills and education to support tech-driven sectors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the digital divide in less developed regions?

<p>Barriers to economic growth and global market integration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of neoliberal policies advocated by entities such as the IMF and the World Bank?

<p>Deregulation, privatization, and reduced government intervention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the globalization of IT on employment?

<p>Job losses in traditional industries and significant shifts in skills and education (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for regions to adapt to the shift in employment due to the globalization of IT?

<p>Acquiring new skills and education to support tech-driven sectors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) in various regions?

<p>Social unrest and increased poverty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue that labor unions, indigenous groups, and local communities may focus on in their resistance to global capitalism?

<p>Job security (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of new alliances between diverse resistance groups?

<p>Influence on international policies and corporate practices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasize in addition to economic growth?

<p>Environmental sustainability and social inclusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a growing expectation of corporations in response to the environmental impact of global capitalist practices?

<p>To consider their environmental and social impact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a limitation of corporate sustainability practices and reporting?

<p>Their effectiveness and transparency can vary significantly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a role of multinational corporations in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

<p>To contribute to the achievement of the SDGs through their operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial focus of resistance movements against global capitalism?

<p>Environmental justice and social inclusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of alliances between diverse resistance groups?

<p>Leveraged collective advocacy for policy change (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key emphasis of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

<p>Environmental sustainability and social inclusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a growing expectation of corporations in response to environmental concerns?

<p>Increased transparency and corporate social responsibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of corporate sustainability practices and reporting?

<p>Lack of standardization and transparency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role can multinational corporations play in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

<p>Crucial contributors to sustainable development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary criticism of the adoption of neoliberal policies in both developed and developing countries?

<p>They have been criticized for exacerbating wealth inequality and undermining social welfare systems. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the digital divide in less developed regions?

<p>Disparities in digital literacy and the capacity to utilize advanced technologies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for regions to adapt to the shift in employment due to the globalization of IT?

<p>Significant shifts in skills and education to support the transition to tech-driven sectors. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an intended outcome of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) implemented by the IMF and World Bank?

<p>To make economies more efficient and integrated into the global market. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the globalization of IT on employment in traditional industries?

<p>Job losses in traditional industries. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critique of the impact of neoliberal policies on government intervention in the economy?

<p>They have led to a reduction in government intervention in the economy. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the adoption of neoliberal policies in developing countries?

<p>Social unrest and increased poverty in some regions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement of Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) implemented by the IMF and World Bank?

<p>Cutting public spending, privatizing public services, and opening up markets to foreign investors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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