Question 1

The people of the high-income countries, who represent 23 percent of the world's population, enjoy about how much of the world's income?

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A)  14 percent 
B)  24 percent 
C)  44 percent 
D)  64 percent 
A)  14 percent 
B)  24 percent 
C)  44 percent 
D)  64 percent D

Question 2

If you were applying modernization theory to the problem of global poverty, you might expect rich nations to aid the economic development of poor nations by

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A)  promoting population growth. 
B)  limiting food production. 
C)  increasing industrial production. 
D)  denying foreign aid. 
A)  promoting population growth. 
B)  limiting food production. 
C)  increasing industrial production. 
D)  denying foreign aid. C

Question 3

Describe the trend in global inequality over the course of the last century, especially since 1970.Based on where we have been and where we are now, predict where the world may be a century from now.What prediction would modernization theory support? What about dependency theory? How accurate do you think each prediction is? Why?

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The trend in global inequality over the last century has been characterized by significant shifts. In the early 20th century, inequality was high, with a small elite holding a disproportionate amount of wealth and power. However, since 1970, there has been a gradual reduction in global inequality, largely due to the economic growth of countries like China and India, as well as improvements in healthcare and education in many developing nations.

Looking ahead, it is difficult to predict with certainty where the world may be a century from now. However, based on current trends, it is possible that global inequality will continue to decrease as more countries develop and lift their citizens out of poverty. This could lead to a more equitable distribution of wealth and resources worldwide.

Modernization theory would support the prediction that global inequality will continue to decrease as countries modernize and adopt more efficient and productive economic systems. This theory suggests that as countries industrialize and urbanize, they will experience economic growth and improved living standards for their citizens, ultimately leading to a more equal global distribution of wealth.

On the other hand, dependency theory would argue that global inequality will persist or even worsen in the future. This theory posits that the global economic system is inherently unequal, with wealthy countries exploiting and dominating poorer nations for their own benefit. According to dependency theory, the structural inequalities in the global economy will continue to perpetuate poverty and underdevelopment in many parts of the world.

In terms of accuracy, it is difficult to say which prediction is more likely. While modernization theory has been supported by the recent reduction in global inequality, dependency theory raises valid concerns about the power dynamics and structural inequalities that exist in the global economy. It is possible that a combination of both theories may be necessary to fully understand and address the complexities of global inequality. Ultimately, the future trajectory of global inequality will depend on a wide range of factors, including economic, political, and social developments that are difficult to predict with certainty.

Question 4

With regard to the role of rich nations, dependency theory

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A)  agrees with modernization theory. 
B)  urges rich nations to invest in poor countries. 
C)  claims rich nations are to blame for global poverty. 
D)  claims rich nations prevent poor countries from "growing for export." 
A)  agrees with modernization theory. 
B)  urges rich nations to invest in poor countries. 
C)  claims rich nations are to blame for global poverty. 
D)  claims rich nations prevent poor countries from "growing for export."

Question 5

Modernization theory was created as a criticism of U.S.foreign policy.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Modernization theory claims that rich nations can and do help solve the world's poverty problem.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In poor nations, poverty is_____ than in the United States.

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A)  more likely to involve men 
B)  more widespread and severe 
C)  addressed more effectively 
D)  a less serious problem 
A)  more likely to involve men 
B)  more widespread and severe 
C)  addressed more effectively 
D)  a less serious problem

Question 8

One criticism of dependency theory is that it

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A)  lacks a historical focus. 
B)  has little to say about the role of rich countries. 
C)  blames poor countries for their own poverty. 
D)  treats global wealth as a zero-sum so that one country benefits only at the expense of another. 
A)  lacks a historical focus. 
B)  has little to say about the role of rich countries. 
C)  blames poor countries for their own poverty. 
D)  treats global wealth as a zero-sum so that one country benefits only at the expense of another.

Question 9

What are the four stages of Walt Rostow's modernization theory? What is "modernization?" Explain each stage and how it brings a society closer to the goal of modernization.

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Walt Rostow's modernization theory outli

Question 10

During the twentieth century, the standard of living in high-income countries, where the Industrial Revolution took place, increased dramatically.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Describe the distribution of income for the world as a whole.How does this distribution compare to income inequality in the United States?

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The distribution of income for the world

Question 12

The concept of "colonialism" refers to the process by which

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A)  rich nations share advanced technology with poor countries. 
B)  some nations enrich themselves through political and economic control of others. 
C)  poor nations force an end to control by other nations. 
D)  immigration helps to spark economic development in rich nations. 
A)  rich nations share advanced technology with poor countries. 
B)  some nations enrich themselves through political and economic control of others. 
C)  poor nations force an end to control by other nations. 
D)  immigration helps to spark economic development in rich nations.

Question 13

Global inequality is partly a problem of technology, and it is also a political issue.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In middle-income nations, average personal income is in the range of

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A)  $250 and $1,000. 
B)  $1,000 and $2,500. 
C)  $2,500 and $12,500. 
D)  $12,000 and $25,000. 
A)  $250 and $1,000. 
B)  $1,000 and $2,500. 
C)  $2,500 and $12,500. 
D)  $12,000 and $25,000.

Question 15

A majority of the world's people live in

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A)  low-income nations. 
B)  middle-income nations. 
C)  high-income nations. 
D)  a combination of middle- and high-income nations. 
A)  low-income nations. 
B)  middle-income nations. 
C)  high-income nations. 
D)  a combination of middle- and high-income nations.

Question 16

Which type of slavery consists of employers holding workers by paying them too little to cover their debts?

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A)  chattel slavery 
B)  child slavery 
C)  debt bondage 
D)  servile forms of marriage 
A)  chattel slavery 
B)  child slavery 
C)  debt bondage 
D)  servile forms of marriage

Question 17

Write an essay in which you describe an approach to ending world hunger drawing on, first, the modernization approach and, second, the dependency approach.That is, what lessons can we learn from each approach? Be as specific as you can as to what policies poor countries should enact.Also, consider the role of rich nations.

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World hunger is a complex issue that req

Question 18

The death of 52 garment workers in a Bangladeshi sweatshop shows that

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A)  the lives of the world's poor are far worse than many people in the United States realize. 
B)  workers have greater power in poor countries than they do in the United States. 
C)  workplace regulations are very strict in low-income nations. 
D)  most nations exhibit similar economic productivity. 
A)  the lives of the world's poor are far worse than many people in the United States realize. 
B)  workers have greater power in poor countries than they do in the United States. 
C)  workplace regulations are very strict in low-income nations. 
D)  most nations exhibit similar economic productivity.

Question 19

How does global poverty differ from poverty in the United States? Which involves more people? Which is more serious? Why?

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Global poverty differs from poverty in t

Question 20

In an essay, analyze the difference economic development makes by describing the differences that distinguish high-income nations, middle-income nations, and low-income nations.Consider population size, land area, typical patterns of work, urban and rural residence, gender equality, and the extent of poverty.

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Economic development plays a crucial rol

The people of the high-income countries, who represent 23 percent of the world's population, enjoy about how much of the world's income?

If you were applying modernization theory to the problem of global poverty, you might expect rich nations to aid the economic development of poor nations by

With regard to the role of rich nations, dependency theory

Modernization theory was created as a criticism of U.S.foreign policy.

Modernization theory claims that rich nations can and do help solve the world's poverty problem.

In poor nations, poverty is_____ than in the United States.

One criticism of dependency theory is that it

What are the four stages of Walt Rostow's modernization theory? What is "modernization?" Explain each stage and how it brings a society closer to the goal of modernization.

During the twentieth century, the standard of living in high-income countries, where the Industrial Revolution took place, increased dramatically.

Describe the distribution of income for the world as a whole.How does this distribution compare to income inequality in the United States?

The concept of "colonialism" refers to the process by which

Global inequality is partly a problem of technology, and it is also a political issue.

In middle-income nations, average personal income is in the range of

A majority of the world's people live in

Which type of slavery consists of employers holding workers by paying them too little to cover their debts?

The death of 52 garment workers in a Bangladeshi sweatshop shows that

How does global poverty differ from poverty in the United States? Which involves more people? Which is more serious? Why?

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The people of the high-income countries, who represent 23 percent of the world's population, enjoy about how much of the world's income?

If you were applying modernization theory to the problem of global poverty, you might expect rich nations to aid the economic development of poor nations by

With regard to the role of rich nations, dependency theory

Modernization theory was created as a criticism of U.S.foreign policy.

Modernization theory claims that rich nations can and do help solve the world's poverty problem.

In poor nations, poverty is_____ than in the United States.

One criticism of dependency theory is that it

What are the four stages of Walt Rostow's modernization theory? What is "modernization?" Explain each stage and how it brings a society closer to the goal of modernization.

During the twentieth century, the standard of living in high-income countries, where the Industrial Revolution took place, increased dramatically.

Describe the distribution of income for the world as a whole.How does this distribution compare to income inequality in the United States?

The concept of "colonialism" refers to the process by which

Global inequality is partly a problem of technology, and it is also a political issue.

In middle-income nations, average personal income is in the range of

A majority of the world's people live in

Which type of slavery consists of employers holding workers by paying them too little to cover their debts?

The death of 52 garment workers in a Bangladeshi sweatshop shows that

How does global poverty differ from poverty in the United States? Which involves more people? Which is more serious? Why?

Sociology: Perspective, Theory, and Method

Culture

Socialization

Social Interaction in Everyday Life

Groups and Organizations

Sexuality and Society

Deviance

Social Stratification

Gender Stratification

Race and Ethnicity

Economics and Politics

Family and Religion

Education, Health, and Medicine

Population, Urbanization, and Environment

Social Change: Modern and Postmodern Societies

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