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Globalisation challenges

I can explain the challenges associated with globalisation.

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Globalisation challenges

I can explain the challenges associated with globalisation.

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Key learning points

  1. Globalisation can have severe environmental consequences and can increase global warming.
  2. Local businesses are often out-competed by foreign businesses leading them to close down.
  3. Globalisation has been blamed for creating a more uniform culture around the world.

Keywords

  • Global warming - the increase in Earth's average temperature over a long period of time

  • TNC - transnational corporations are large businesses that operate in many different countries globally

  • Greenhouse gas emissions - the release of gases into Earth's atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to climate change

  • Culture - a way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share

  • Fossil fuels - natural energy sources that were formed over millions of years; they include coal, oil and gas

Common misconception

Western culture refers to only North America.

Western culture refers to North America, Europe and Australia.


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6 Questions

Q1.
What is globalisation?
The process of cultures becoming isolated from each other
The creation of new borders and boundaries
Correct answer: The process of countries and businesses becoming more connected & interdependent
Q2.
Which of the following is a benefit of globalisation?
Correct answer: Access to cheaper goods and services
More isolation between countries
Higher prices for consumers
Q3.
How does globalisation affect the environment?
It reduces waste and pollution
It protects nature
It reduces the demand for natural resources
Correct answer: It can lead to more pollution and resource depletion
Q4.
Which sector benefits the most from globalisation?
Correct answer: Technology and communication
Agriculture
Mining
Q5.
How has globalisation affected international trade?
It has made international trade less important
Correct answer: It has increased international trade and made it easier
It has reduced the number of goods traded
It has slowed down the movement of goods across borders
Q6.
What is a TNC (Transnational Corporation)?
A local business that only operates in one country
A government organisation that regulates trade
Correct answer: A company that operates in multiple countries

4 Questions

Q1.
What is a major challenge of globalisation for LICs?
Correct answer: Exploitation of cheap labour and poor working conditions
Easier access to technology
Higher wages and better jobs
Q2.
Which of the following is a consequence of globalisation on the environment?
Reduced waste from manufacturing
Cleaner air in cities
Correct answer: Increased pollution and deforestation
Q3.
What is western culture?
Correct answer: North America
China
Correct answer: Europe
India
Correct answer: Australia
Q4.
How does globalisation affect cultural diversity?
It strengthens the traditions of every culture
Correct answer: It can lead to the spread of a dominant global culture
It makes every country more isolated from one another