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What term refers to the worldwide coming together of countries and nations facilitated by advances in technology?

Isolationism
Localization
Globalization (correct)
Protectionism

What is one negative consequence of globalization mentioned in the text?

Job losses in industrialized countries (correct)
Increased job opportunities globally
Decrease in competition
Higher wages for workers

What technological advancements facilitate globalization according to the text?

Postal service and bicycles
Mobile phones and airplanes (correct)
Telegraph and steam engines
Smoke signals and horse carriages

Which of the following is a downside of globalization as highlighted in the text?

Exploitation of workers in economically disadvantaged countries (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization impact the environment negatively as per the text?

Increased transportation of goods leading to higher carbon dioxide emissions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it stated in the text that the effects of globalization depend on people's actions?

To show that globalization is neutral but its impacts vary based on how it is managed (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea conveyed about globalization in the text?

Globalization has both positive and negative consequences depending on how it is managed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization impact job markets according to the text?

Globalization results in job losses in industrialized countries but job gains in economically disadvantaged countries. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to the ecological impact of globalization?

Increased transportation of goods due to globalization (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way do technological advancements facilitate globalization?

By enhancing worldwide connections through tools like mobile phones and the Internet (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the impact of globalization on product availability?

Globalization allows companies from different countries to offer products globally. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized about the neutrality of globalization in the text?

Globalization can have different effects based on how individuals manage its opportunities. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential negative consequence of globalization mentioned in the text?

Job losses in industrialized countries (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization impact workers in economically disadvantaged countries?

Leads to exploitation and poor labor conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant ecological impact of globalization mentioned in the text?

Higher carbon dioxide emissions from increased transportation of goods (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization affect the availability of products in different countries?

Allows companies to offer products in other countries (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized regarding the effects of globalization according to the text?

The effects depend on how individuals handle the opportunities presented by globalization (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role do technological advancements play in facilitating globalization?

They allow for easier exchange of information and products globally (C) Signup and view all the answers