The Sociological Factors of Globalization
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Which of the following is a sociological effect of globalization mentioned in the text?

  • Increased interconnectedness (correct)
  • Less awareness of different cultures
  • Cultural isolation
  • Decreased interconnectedness

    • What is one major effect of globalization on culture mentioned in the text?

  • Cultural assimilation
  • Cultural homogenization (correct)
  • Cultural isolation
  • Cultural preservation

    • How has globalization affected global inequality?

  • Maintained global inequality
  • Increased global inequality (correct)
  • Reduced global inequality
  • No impact on global inequality

    • What is one way in which national sovereignty has been eroded by globalization?

    <p>Less control over national economies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a sociological effect of globalization?

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

    What has made it easier for people to communicate and share information across the world?

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

    What has been a major effect of globalization on culture?

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

    What has globalization led to in terms of global inequality?

    <p>Increased global inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has national sovereignty been affected by globalization?

    <p>Less control over national economies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT mentioned as a sociological effect of globalization in the text?

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

    Which factor has contributed to the spread of Western culture and the emergence of new hybrid cultures?

    <p>Cultural factors like the spread of Western culture through the media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has made it easier for businesses to operate globally and has led to a greater interconnectedness of societies and cultures?

    <p>The rise of information and communications technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a major driver of globalization, leading to a greater movement of people, goods, and capital across borders?

    <p>Economic factors such as global trade and investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has created a more favorable environment for globalization by promoting free trade and investment and reducing barriers to cross-border cooperation?

    <p>Political changes like the end of the Cold War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a sociological factor that has contributed to globalization?

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

    What has made it possible for people to communicate and share information across the world in real time?

    <p>The rise of information and communications technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has led to a certain degree of cultural homogenization and the emergence of new hybrid cultures?

    <p>Cultural factors like the spread of Western culture through the media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has helped to reduce barriers to cross-border cooperation and promote free trade and investment?

    <p>Political changes like the end of the Cold War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a major driver of globalization, as businesses have sought to take advantage of lower labor costs and other factors in other countries?

    <p>Economic factors such as global trade and investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has contributed to globalization by exposing people around the world to Western ideas and values?

    <p>Cultural factors like the spread of Western culture through the media</p> Signup and view all the answers

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