Understanding Global North and Global South
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What is the main concept behind the North-South Divide?

  • Imbalances of economic and political power (correct)
  • Geographical positioning of countries
  • Historical conflicts between countries
  • Cultural differences between countries

    • Which countries are typically considered as part of the 'Global North'?

  • Canada, United States, Russia (correct)
  • Brazil, South Africa, Nigeria
  • China, Japan, South Korea
  • Australia, New Zealand, India

    • What characterizes the countries in the 'Global South'?

  • Lower standard of living and economic development (correct)
  • Historical dominance in global political processes
  • Geographical location in the Southern Hemisphere
  • High GDP and Human Development Index (HDI)

    • Which statement best represents the exceptions to the North-South Divide?

    <p>Several countries defy the typical North-South Divide classification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to refer to the More Economically Developed Countries (MEDCs) in the world?

    <p>High-Income Countries (HICs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the countries in the 'Global South'?

    <p>Inferior GDP, HDI, and general standard of living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is known as the South or the 'Poor Side'?

    <p>Countries below the North-South Divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are most of the 'Global North' countries located?

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

    What is a common characteristic of the More Economically Developed Countries (MEDCs) in the world?

    <p>Higher economic development and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to refer to the imbalance of aggregate economic and political power between states?

    <p>North-South Divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

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