Question 1

The proliferation of Disney's theme parks all over the world,promoting an American approach to fun and recreation (which involves escapism and mass consumption),is an example of

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Question 2

According to the definitions of World System Theory,Canada would be considered

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Canada is often considered a semi-peripheral country in the World System Theory because while it has a strong economy and is considered part of the core, it also has some characteristics of a peripheral country, such as its reliance on the export of primary resources and its historical position as a colony of European powers.

Question 3

Despite Canada being part of the Global North,the current controversy over Canada's natural resources (e.g. ,the Enbridge pipeline)and the demands superpowers like the US and China are making on the government to provide them is an example of

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The controversy over Canada's natural resources and the demands from superpowers like the US and China are examples of geopolitics, which refers to the influence and control of geographical factors on international relations, including political power and economic resources. Canada's peripheral status or colonization are not relevant factors in this specific scenario, and the concept of a command economy does not apply to this situation either.

Question 4

Theo's family owns a house in Toronto but his dad works for a large corporation in South Asia and his mom runs a European online business.This is an example of

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Theo's family's diverse background and connections across multiple continents demonstrate global citizenship, which involves a sense of belonging to a broader community beyond one's immediate locality or nation, and a responsibility to engage in global issues and seek solutions that benefit all humanity.

Question 5

If you are working for an organization that is providing funding to Haiti to help it recover from the devastating earthquake of 2010,you are working for the/a

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Question 6

Ted and Janice both work full-time but for minimum wage and sometimes run short of money for the basic necessities,forcing them to utilize resources such as the Food Bank.According to definitions of poverty,they are living in

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Relative poverty refers to the condition in which people lack the minimum amount of income needed in order to maintain the average standard of living in the society in which they live. Ted and Janice's situation, where they can work full-time yet still struggle to afford basic necessities, fits this definition.

Question 7

If you are working for an organization that is providing funds to poor farmers in Africa to help them secure a safe and consistent water supply for their crops in order to prevent future famine,you are working for the/a

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The World Bank is an international financial organization that provides loans and grants to support development projects in countries around the world, including those in Africa. The World Bank has a focus on poverty reduction and sustainable development, which includes support for improving water management and access to water for agriculture in poor communities.

Question 8

If you tend to take a "blame the victim" approach to global inequality,you are most likely a

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Modernization theorists often argue that global inequality is due to the failure of less developed countries to adopt modern economic and political institutions, which can imply that the responsibility for their situation lies within these countries themselves. This perspective can be interpreted as a "blame the victim" approach.

Question 9

"When a butterfly flaps its wings in one part of the world,it can cause a hurricane in another part of the world";this quote is indicative of the effect of

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This quote is referencing the concept of the butterfly effect, which demonstrates how small actions can have significant, unpredictable results across a complex system over time. This is a key component of globalization, which has increased the interconnectedness of economies, societies, and cultures around the world.

Question 10

If you are living in Mexico,you are living in

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Mexico is considered a newly industrialized country (NIC) because it has made significant progress in its economic development and infrastructure, and has transitioned from a primarily agricultural economy to a more diversified industrial economy. However, it is not yet considered part of the Global North, which consists of highly developed countries including the United States, Canada, and most of Europe. It is also not considered part of the Global South, which refers to less developed countries in regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The term "developing country" is often used synonymously with the Global South, but it is not an accurate descriptor for Mexico because of its NIC status.

Question 11

Traditionally,much of Africa would have been considered

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The term "underdeveloped countries" (or "less developed countries") was commonly used to describe countries that are economically and socially less developed compared to industrialized and developed countries. Africa is often considered as an underdeveloped region, though it includes a diverse range of countries with varying levels of development. The terms "developing" and "undeveloped" have been deemed offensive and inaccurate by many, hence "underdeveloped" is the more appropriate term to use.

Question 12

If you are interested in studying how mutually beneficial economic partnerships with countries in the Global North have helped Mexico to become a newly industrialized country,you would be coming from a ________________theory perspective.

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Question 13

The idea of the "global village," which allows for individual identity and collective culture to change over time,is associated with

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The concept of the global village emphasizes the interconnectedness of the world and the mixing of cultures, which is in line with the idea of cosmopolitanism. Americanization refers specifically to the spread of American culture, while indigenization focuses on the adaptation of global culture to local contexts. Modernization is a broader term that refers to the social and economic changes associated with industrialization and technological progress.

Question 14

If you are working for an organization that has a head office in the Global North and subsidiaries and manufacturing facilities in the Global South,you are working for the/a

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This scenario describes a transnational corporation, which operates in multiple countries, with a headquarters in the Global North and subsidiaries and manufacturing facilities in the Global South. The World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and World Trade Organization are international organizations but do not necessarily involve this specific corporate structure.

Quiz 19: C: Globalization

The proliferation of Disney's theme parks all over the world,promoting an American approach to fun and recreation (which involves escapism and mass consumption) ,is an example of