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What percentage of the global population does the Global South account for?
What percentage of the global population does the Global South account for?
The Global South comprises 20% of the globally earned income.
The Global South comprises 20% of the globally earned income.
True
What percentage of the Global South's population has enough food and shelter?
What percentage of the Global South's population has enough food and shelter?
5%
The economies of most countries in the Global South rely on imports from the _____ .
The economies of most countries in the Global South rely on imports from the _____ .
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Match the following indicators of socioeconomic development with their categories:
Match the following indicators of socioeconomic development with their categories:
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What major event caused the Second World to cease to exist?
What major event caused the Second World to cease to exist?
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The Global North mostly covers countries that fall under the Third World classification.
The Global North mostly covers countries that fall under the Third World classification.
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Name one major indicator of socio-economic development mentioned.
Name one major indicator of socio-economic development mentioned.
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What is emphasized by post-modern religion?
What is emphasized by post-modern religion?
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A sect is a large religious organization that is well-integrated into society.
A sect is a large religious organization that is well-integrated into society.
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Name one of the five major world religions.
Name one of the five major world religions.
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Globalization has facilitated the spread of religions beyond their traditional ________.
Globalization has facilitated the spread of religions beyond their traditional ________.
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Which of the following religions has the highest number of followers?
Which of the following religions has the highest number of followers?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Globalization creates a culture of pluralism among various religions.
Globalization creates a culture of pluralism among various religions.
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What effect does globalization have on the world’s leading religious traditions?
What effect does globalization have on the world’s leading religious traditions?
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Which of the following factors is deemed more critical for a city to be considered an important global city?
Which of the following factors is deemed more critical for a city to be considered an important global city?
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All megacities eventually dominate international markets and politics.
All megacities eventually dominate international markets and politics.
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Name the first tier cities classified as 'truly global cities.'
Name the first tier cities classified as 'truly global cities.'
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The geographic dispersal of economic activities is a key factor in the growth and importance of _____ functions.
The geographic dispersal of economic activities is a key factor in the growth and importance of _____ functions.
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Match the tier of cities to their respective characteristics:
Match the tier of cities to their respective characteristics:
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Which of the following roles are often outsourced by the headquarters of large global firms?
Which of the following roles are often outsourced by the headquarters of large global firms?
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The concentration of support services available for multinationals is a primary method of evaluating global cities.
The concentration of support services available for multinationals is a primary method of evaluating global cities.
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According to Sassen, what is one main driver of the growth and importance of cities?
According to Sassen, what is one main driver of the growth and importance of cities?
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Which type of economies are specialized service firms in global markets subject to?
Which type of economies are specialized service firms in global markets subject to?
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The economic fortunes of global cities are increasingly connected to their national economies.
The economic fortunes of global cities are increasingly connected to their national economies.
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Name one factor that allows headquarters to opt for any location when outsourcing.
Name one factor that allows headquarters to opt for any location when outsourcing.
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The increase in global cities is linked to __________ related to globalization.
The increase in global cities is linked to __________ related to globalization.
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Match the following cities with their rank based on importance in global markets:
Match the following cities with their rank based on importance in global markets:
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What has strengthened cross-border city-to-city transactions?
What has strengthened cross-border city-to-city transactions?
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The informalization of economic activities in global cities is a direct result of increasing globalization.
The informalization of economic activities in global cities is a direct result of increasing globalization.
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List one result of the dynamics observed in global cities.
List one result of the dynamics observed in global cities.
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What was the global population in 1950?
What was the global population in 1950?
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The Malthusian theory suggests that human population increases at a faster rate than food supply.
The Malthusian theory suggests that human population increases at a faster rate than food supply.
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By what year is the global population projected to reach 9.1 billion?
By what year is the global population projected to reach 9.1 billion?
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In contrast, developing countries have seen __________ population growth due to improved healthcare.
In contrast, developing countries have seen __________ population growth due to improved healthcare.
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Match the following population growth stages with their characteristics:
Match the following population growth stages with their characteristics:
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Which of the following countries is an example of a developed country?
Which of the following countries is an example of a developed country?
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The least-developed countries are expected to see a decline in their populations by mid-century.
The least-developed countries are expected to see a decline in their populations by mid-century.
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What was the approximate global annual growth rate of the population in 2020?
What was the approximate global annual growth rate of the population in 2020?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four main components of international migration?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four main components of international migration?
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The proportion of migrants from developed countries is currently increasing.
The proportion of migrants from developed countries is currently increasing.
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What are some economic factors that drive international migration?
What are some economic factors that drive international migration?
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Population growth raises food demand, leading to an increased need for __________ land.
Population growth raises food demand, leading to an increased need for __________ land.
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Match the following migration types with their descriptions:
Match the following migration types with their descriptions:
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What is a significant environmental consequence of population growth?
What is a significant environmental consequence of population growth?
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Overpopulation does not put pressure on limited resources.
Overpopulation does not put pressure on limited resources.
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List two political factors influencing migration.
List two political factors influencing migration.
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Concepts and Underlying Philosophies of Globalization
- Globalization is a process of increased interconnectedness in various aspects (political, social, cultural, economic, and technological)
- Previously, places, information, and objects were considered solid and limited to a specific location. Now, globalization is characterized by fluidity and mobility.
- Globalization is marked by the flow of people, objects, decisions, information, and places, particularly in the developed world although inequality still exists.
- Globalization is defined as the worldwide integration of economic, technological, political, cultural, and social aspects between countries (Hamilton, 2008).
Six Core Claims of Globalization
- Globalization is about liberating and integrating markets.
- Globalization is inevitable and irreversible.
- No one is in charge of globalization.
- Globalization benefits everyone.
- Globalization promotes democracy across the globe.
- Globalization necessitates a global war on terror.
Facts about Globalization
- Economics: International movement of goods, capital, services, technology, and information. Increased economic interconnectedness.
- Politics: Growing power of international institutions. Political integration across state borders through organizations.
- Culture: Transmission of ideas and values across the globe. Common consumption of culture via media and the internet.
- Religion: Globalization creating grounds for various non-constitutionalized religious expressions and practices.
- Technology: Rapid innovation spread across borders, especially to smaller and semi-peripheral nations.
Broad Approaches in Globalization
- The process started with trade and migration thousands – tens of thousands of years ago
- Considered coterminous with capitalism (500 years).
- A recent phenomenon tied to post-industrialization, post-modernity, or capitalist reconstruction (20–30 years).
Chapter 2: Theorization of Globalization
- Imperialism: control and gain control over another country or area, often through conquest.
- Colonialism: involves settlers and political control mechanisms beyond imperialism.
- Decolonialization: dismantling colonial powers' influence.
- Neo-liberalism: focuses on the West as a model for global development and advocates free trade and unrestricted capital flow.
Bretton Woods System
- Established in 1944, this international monetary system was established to address the financial instability following World War II
- US dollar became the global standard currency, with fixed exchange rates between other currencies.
- Important organizations created include the IMF and the World Bank (IBRD).
- The system promoted stable exchange rates, prevented competitive devaluations, and encouraged economic growth.
Chapter 2: Structures of Globalization
- "Economy" is derived from Ancient Greek words, referring to household management; an economic system involves interconnected activities like production, consumption, and exchange.
- The system of relationships for exchanging goods and services across nations is known as global trade.
- Historical trade examples include the Galleon Trade, the Silk Road, and bartering systems.
Chapter 3: Global Divides
- A North-South divide exists between wealthy industrialized nations (in the northern hemisphere) and developing countries (in the southern hemisphere).
- The North-South divide is a socio-economic and political division based on wealth, development, and often political and economic freedom.
- The Global North and South terminology is often used today to describe the same divide, sometimes along with terms like "Western" and "First World" (North) and "Third World" (South).
Chapter 4: Global Media
- Media play a huge role in cultural globalization.
- Media transmit cultural products/information across the world.
- Media form communicative networks and social structures.
- The rise of new global media like Apple's iTunes, Facebook, Twitter, Google, and Microsoft has increased the global impact and reach of these media sources.
Chapter 5: Global City
- A global city is a hub within a globalized economic system with advantages in terms of wealth, power, and influences for other countries.
- Includes important centers for: financial services, headquarters of multinational corporations, stock exchanges, and major financial institutions.
- Known as alpha cities, world cities, or sometimes global cities.
Chapter 6: Sustainable Development
- Sustainable development seeks to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
- Has 17 goals that aim to improve living conditions and well-being for people while protecting the planet.
Lesson 2: Global Food Security
- The Global Food Security Index (GFSI) benchmarks countries on their food systems and accessibility to food.
- Global food security issues are multifaceted and require multilateral cooperation to solve them.
Lesson 2: Global Demography
- Historically, human populations grew slowly, but now are growing much faster.
- Demographics, births, death rates, and age structure are related to industrial development.
Lesson 2: Global Migration
- Migration involves people moving between countries, often for economic opportunities.
- Economic, political, and social factors influence migration patterns.
Lesson 3: Global Citizenship
- Global citizenship involves understanding a global context and obligations within different communities.
- Global citizenship focuses on ethical and moral perspectives in a connected world.
Lesson 3: Globalization of Religion
- Globalization has had significant impacts on religion.
- The different perspectives on how religion is affected by globalization are pre-modernization, modernization, and post-modernization paradigms.
- Globalization has impacted the types, organization, and expressions of religions worldwide.
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Test your knowledge on the Global South, including its population statistics, socioeconomic indicators, and religious influences. This quiz combines various aspects of development and globalization, providing insight into the complexities of the Global South's socio-economic landscape.
