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</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</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</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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a consequence of the globalization of IT?

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

    What is a critique of neoliberal policies?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    What is a limitation of corporate sustainability practices and reporting?

    <p>Lack of standardization and transparency</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</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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