Exam 15: Globalization: the Interconnected World

Discuss the nature of social inequality and the consequences of uneven development of globalization, particularly since the end of World War II.

Abdul's favourite Italian bakery down the street went out of business because it was unable to compete with the multinational corporations. According to the text, which of the following negative consequences of globalization does this situation exemplify?

In world systems theory, what is the name given to those countries that are most vulnerable to exploitation?

The UN is a transnational institution that includes several secondary organizations. Which international offshoot of the UN is responsible for adjudicating war crimes and crimes against humanity?

Why did the United States provided a significant portion of the funding to begin the International Development Association after World War II?

Social analysts agree that income inequality between nations is quickly becoming a problem of the past.

Global civil society benefits when power is transferred unilaterally to nation-states through the social condition of globality.

According to the text, what late-20th century historical event signalled the maturation of the concept of modern globalization?

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a tripartite agency of the United Nations that gives equal voice to workers, employers, and governments in shaping policies and programs related to labour standards.

Can global justice movements have an effect on globalization? Describe one of these movements in detail and explain how they can influence globalization.

The country of Afghanistan, dependent on other nations for capital, would be classified as which of the following?

According to the text, what is the term used to describe the process of dismantling colonial empires and granting the former colonies political and economic independence?

The dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1989 was considered a harbinger of modern globalization processes. According to the text, which term can be used to characterize this historical event that enabled people to reimagine a world without boundaries, with the free movement of goods, services and information?

What is the basis of neoliberal economic policies?

A professor presented the following argument: "The reason it took Brazil so long to develop was that the citizens did not have the drive and 'need for achievement' necessary to develop business and industry." According to the text, which theoretical approach is this professor drawing arguments from?

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has four objectives to ensure that globalization has a fair outcome for all. Which of the following is NOT one of those objectives?

Which theory of global stratification would argue that until underdeveloped countries embrace North American values, they will not be able to compete globally?

The geographical and political connections forged between countries and regions during and post-World War II are significant to the rapid growth of modern-day globalization. Which two events are perceived as benchmarks of that development?

The International Monetary Fund lends money to countries in need on condition that the borrower follow a mandatory package of reforms that allow for the intensification of free markets. What are these arrangements known as?

According to modernization theory, one of the largest barriers to development in low-income nations is traditional values.