Question 1

The World Health Organization estimates that obesity has_________ since 1975.

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization estimates that obesity has almost tripled since 1975.

Question 2

The term Globaloney Gap refers to ______________.

Accepted Answer

The term Globaloney Gap refers to the idea that politicians often overestimate global connections, creating false assumptions about how different countries and societies are interconnected. This can lead to flawed policies and decisions.

Question 3

According to Thomas Friedman, globalization 3.0 is ___________.

Accepted Answer

Thomas Friedman describes globalization 3.0 as the "shrinking of the world from a size small to a size tiny" due to the rapid advancements in technology and communication. This has enabled greater interconnectedness and interdependence between countries and individuals, leading to a more integrated global economy and society.

Question 4

Essential aspects of the technological revolution are ___________.

Accepted Answer

Technological revolution has led to the development and improvement of global transportation and communication systems. This has facilitated the rapid movement of people, goods, and ideas across different regions and contributed significantly to economic growth and social development. While advanced infrastructure developments may be a part of the technological revolution, it is not the most essential aspect. A and B are also not related to the technological revolution.

Question 5

Which of the following is the best example of Regional Transnationalism?

Accepted Answer

The European Union (EU) is the best example of Regional Transnationalism because it involves multiple countries within a specific region (Europe) coming together to form a political and economic union, allowing for the free movement of goods, services, capital, and people.

Question 6

Which of the following is the earliest form of globalization?

Accepted Answer

The interaction between previously isolated tribes is considered the earliest form of globalization, as it involved the spread of ideas, technology, goods, and even diseases across different regions and cultures. Colonization and imperialism came much later in history, while the establishment of the WTO is a relatively recent development in global trade.

Question 7

____________ is the first female managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Accepted Answer

Christine Lagarde became the first female managing director of the International Monetary Fund in July 2011.

Question 8

Which of these economic organizations was not a significant player in U.S. postwar policy formation?

Accepted Answer

ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) is a regional economic organization in Asia and is not related to U.S. postwar policy formation. The IMF (International Monetary Fund), WTO (World Trade Organization), and World Bank were all significant players in U.S. postwar policy formation.

Question 9

The global gender gap is_______________ and in the United States it is _____________.

Accepted Answer

The global gender gap is approximately 23 percent, while in the United States, it is around 2 percent.

Question 10

According to Thomas Friedman, globalization increases___________ which will likely increase_________.

Accepted Answer

Thomas Friedman argues that globalization increases prosperity in countries, which in turn creates a middle class that demands democracy and political reform. Therefore, globalization increases both prosperity and democracy.

Question 11

_________ is the range of cross-border political identities and the social, economic, and political links - and related activism- among people and private organizations that transcend the sovereign state.

Accepted Answer

Transnationalism refers to the cross-border political identities and the social, economic, and political links among people and private organizations that go beyond the boundaries of the sovereign state. Globalization refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world economies and societies, while internationalization refers to the process of countries cooperating and interacting with one another on an international level. Global interaction is a broad term that can encompass various forms of interaction between individuals, groups, and institutions across borders.

Question 12

The rise of the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party in India has appealed to the concept of ______.

Accepted Answer

The term "Hindutva" refers to the ideology of Hindu nationalism, which seeks to promote Hindu identity and culture in India. The BJP, which is currently the ruling party in India, is known for its promotion of Hindutva and has often been accused of promoting policies that discriminate against religious minorities.

Question 13

The Rohingya population, a Muslim minority, is from which country?

Accepted Answer

The Rohingya population is from Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. They mostly reside in the Rakhine State of Myanmar and are considered one of the most persecuted ethnic minorities in the world. The Myanmar government does not recognize them as citizens and denies them basic rights such as healthcare, education, and freedom of movement. The Rohingyas have been subject to violence, discrimination, and forced displacement in Myanmar, leading to a large refugee crisis in neighboring countries like Bangladesh.

Question 14

According to ________________, keeping women illiterate impedes the entire economic and social development of a society.

Accepted Answer

Feminists view the education and empowerment of women as vital to achieving gender equality and promoting overall societal progress. Keeping women illiterate restricts their opportunities for economic and social advancement, ultimately hindering the development of the society as a whole.

Question 15

In 2003, Shirin Ebadi won the Nobel Prize in_________.

Accepted Answer

Shirin Ebadi won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2003 for her activism in promoting human rights, especially the rights of women and children, in Iran and around the world.

Question 16

Nigeria's eight-year conflict with____________ has resulted in the deaths of over_____________ civilians.

Accepted Answer

The conflict in Nigeria is primarily with Boko Haram, a jihadist extremist group with ties to Islamic State. As of 2021, it is estimated that over 20,000 civilians have been killed as a result of the conflict. The other options given (Al Qaeda, Ansaru, and Islamic State West Africa) either do not have a significant presence or have been largely defeated in the region.

Question 17

Islamic fundamentalism was largely a response to_________.

Accepted Answer

Islamic fundamentalism arose as a response to perceived Western interference in the Middle East during the 20th century. Muslim leaders and activists viewed Western cultural and political influence as a threat to Islamic values and sought to resist Westernization by promoting a return to more traditional Islamic practices and beliefs. This movement gained momentum after the Iranian Revolution in 1979 and has continued to shape politics and society in the Muslim world.

Question 18

Which head of state is consolidating power?

Accepted Answer

President Erdoğan in Turkey is known for consolidating power since his assumption of the presidency in 2014. He has been accused of limiting free press, suppressing opposition, and wielding more control over the judiciary and state institutions.

Question 19

President Trump's Executive Order 13780 of March 6, 2017, was intended to do what?

Accepted Answer

Executive Order 13780 banned nationals of eight countries - Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Yemen, North Korea, and Venezuela from traveling to the US.

Question 20

Globalization seeks to do all of the following except ____________.

Accepted Answer

Globalization seeks to increase trade and economic activities, improve communications and transportation systems, and promote cultural amalgamation. It does not seek to increase local tariffs, but rather seeks to reduce barriers to trade and promote free trade between countries.

Quiz 5: Globalization and Transnationalism: Forces of Integration and Disintegration