Deck 12: Globalization of Labour Markets

Question 1

Which of the following is a factor that helps to define the integration theory of globalization?

A) national protectionism
B) the rise of the service sector
C) market forces
D) unemployment levels

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following topics is included in the CLC's human rights and equality agenda?

A) self-employed workers
B) aboriginal workers
C) immigrants
D) children

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Which of the following is a result of the new political economy that is emerging from globalization?

A) elimination of the World Bank
B) decentralized business strategy
C) an increase in strikes
D) transnational corporations

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following topics is included in the CLC's 2008 action plan?

A) addressing the earnings gap for the disabled
B) encouraging entrepreneurialism
C) expanding and improving public services
D) public education initiatives

Question 5

Labour takes action to address human rights and social issues at the federal, provincial, and local levels.

Question 6

Although used as a foundation of Canadian labour law since World War II, there have been many changes and amendments to the Wagner Act and the IR model over the last several years.

Question 7

In North America, the percentage of union density and the percentage of coverage are relatively closer together than in European countries.

Question 8

The North American Free Trade Agreement had several negative impacts. These included full-time employment declining and the risks of job security and compensation being shifted to individuals. This most closely resembles which theory?

A) radical globalization
B) integrated globalization
C) free market globalization
D) institutional globalization

Question 9

Several OECD countries, including Canada, evidently support the convergence theory.

Question 10

Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) are considered allies in the negotiation of international framework agreements.

Question 11

In the integration theory of globalization, a main function is the decentralization of bargaining.

Question 12

Which one of the following is a characteristic of globalization?

A) removal of barriers to the trade of goods and services
B) restricted capital and labour mobility
C) decline in competition
D) more expensive imports

Question 13

The work and productivity of women is not included in gross national product and is not taken into account in calculating the benefits and costs of social programs.

Question 14

As a result of globalization, corporations have been adapting concepts and ideas on how to improve efficiency from other corporations worldwide.

Question 15

How does the labour movement address the equality issue of sexual orientation?

A) bargaining for same-sex benefits
B) conducting research into sexual orientation
C) amending the Canadian Human Rights Act
D) bundling equity demands

Question 16

Globalization has allowed most countries to achieve equity in terms of trade.

Question 17

About a third of the workers in Canada work in nonstandard jobs.

Question 18

The benefits of globalization do not flow equally to all citizens in nations, or between rich and poor nations. What important policy issue has arisen in light of this?

A) prohibition on strikes
B) labour market regulation
C) capital market regulation
D) technology harmonization

Question 19

Which of the following was been added to the mandate of the CLC after its formation in 1956?

A) pursue employment equity
B) develop a national pension plan
C) increase minimum wage
D) improve unemployment insurance

Question 20

Unions face challenges as they attempt to promote equity for disadvantaged groups. In particular, they must balance equity rights against which of the following?

A) freedom of association rights
B) bargaining rights
C) employment rights
D) seniority rights

Question 21

The decree system is used in Quebec and parts of Europe. What is the decree system?

A) The nonunionized sector reaps the same benefits as those negotiated in the unionized sector.
B) Supervisors and management employees are part of the same bargaining unit.
C) Benefits for unionized and nonunionized employees are equal, which results in high-inflation wage settlements.
D) Wages are set by government through labour decrees.

Question 22

The success of international framework agreements depends on which of the following?

A) providing additional resources to the labour movement
B) creating new strike opportunities
C) establishing equal rights for women
D) eliminating forced labour

Question 23

According to Chaykowski and Gunderson (2001), what must Canadian governments do prepare the workforce for global pressures?

A) increase spending on education and training programs
B) adopt policies that improve equity in the work force
C) increase investment in provincial capitals to maintain high wages
D) strengthen employment laws

Question 24

International framework agreements provide a promising opportunity for unions to do which of the following?

A) defend workers' grievances
B) create new strike opportunities
C) expand collective bargaining at the national level
D) encourage open discussions within transnational corporations

Question 25

Irregular, part-time, contract and casual work are also known by which of the following terms?

A) balanced work
B) alternative work
C) self employment
D) precarious work

Question 26

Which of the following factors is necessary to maintain Canada's union density?

A) organizing women members
B) strong labour legislation
C) strong human rights legislation
D) successful defence of equity rights

Question 27

Which of the following is an outcome of North Americans' reliance on inexpensive labour and products?

A) mistreatment of workers
B) standardized labour practices
C) product boycotts
D) trade barriers

Question 28

The United Steelworkers' planned negotiations with British Petroleum and ArcelorMittal under the banner of Workers Uniting is an example of which of the following?

A) an international framework agreement
B) a code of conduct
C) a global union
D) a grievance arbitration

Question 29

Which one of the following is a problem of globalization?

A) pay equity
B) employment equity
C) foreign governments competing for investment
D) a large increase in the prices of goods and services traded internationally

Question 30

Which of the following is a common element in the integration theory of globalization?

A) there is a minor impact on corporations
B) management has a great deal of power
C) there is an increase in strikes
D) production becomes decentralized

Question 31

What was the purpose of the 2008 Declaration on Social Justice for a Fair Globalization?

A) to increase union density internationally
B) to include a core set of labour standards in international human rights law
C) to increase overall productivity for several corporations
D) to achieve progress through international principles of fairness

Question 32

Which of the following is an outcome of the decree system?

A) increase in nonunionized workplaces
B) decrease in management power
C) poor economic performance over time
D) greater labour market stability

Question 33

Which one of the following is a characteristic of international framework agreements?

A) negotiations occur between governments and labour
B) usually cover management and supervisory staff
C) recognize core labour standards
D) form a weak basis for union-management dialogue

Question 34

Which of the following is a characteristic of codes of conduct?

A) binding on employers
B) excellent enforcement mechanisms
C) monitoring is controlled by management
D) good foundation for labour-management dialogue

Question 35

Which of the following is a labour standard included in the ILO conventions?

A) government intervention in employment
B) equalization of trade barriers
C) social security
D) grievance arbitration

Question 36

According to Chaykowski and Abbott, unions are successful when which of the following occurs?

A) freedom of association is guaranteed
B) strike rates decrease
C) strike action optimally allocates resources
D) wages are no longer a competitive advantage

Question 37

What does free market globalization predict will happen to collective bargaining?

A) It will be replaced by regulation.
B) It will be eliminated.
C) It will thrive in individual countries.
D) It will transform into a global bargaining framework.

Question 38

What is one possible response to the negative impact globalization has on women and children?

A) standardized labour regulation
B) analysis of trade agreements for their impact on all citizens
C) free movement of labour across borders
D) decentralized labour regulation

Question 39

Many unions in Canada are involved in organization innovation. What does this mean?

A) increasing employee involvement and participation in the organization
B) changing organizational structures to replace retiring workers
C) bringing workers of multiple races and disabilities into their union
D) developing a common vision for rank and file members

Question 40

Which one of the following is NOT a core labour standard?

A) the elimination of forced labour
B) freedom of association and collective bargaining
C) the right of free speech
D) equal pay and freedom from discrimination

Question 41

Name and explain two challenges for Canadian labour related to the falling union density rate in Canada.

Question 42

Name five issues from the 2008 CLC action plan.

Question 43

What are the two key focuses of today's labour movement?

Question 44

What did Tom Dunmore fight for at the Supreme Court of Canada?

A) bargaining rights for Ontario agricultural workers
B) the election of the Conservative government
C) repeal of the Agricultural Labour Improvement Act
D) repeal of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Question 45

What is the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)? Briefly explain how it, along with globalization, affected Canada.

Question 46

Which of the following groups is the term "collective bargaining" intended to include?

A) autonomous employee associations
B) wage and salary consultants
C) management health and safety committees
D) sector employer associations

Question 47

Explain the new role of the ILO, and analyze its structure.

Question 48

Compare and contrast the free market globalization theory and the institutional globalization theory.

Question 49

Which of the following international organizations publicly endorses and supports freedom of association?

A) UNESCO
B) WTO
C) IMF
D) IRA

Question 50

Explain the corporate codes of conduct in the 1970s as a union response to globalization.

Question 51

What does "systemic denial of rights" mean?

A) employers denying and/or interfering with union organizers
B) governments supporting freedom of association but denying representation to workers
C) managers in transnational corporations intentionally hiring child labour
D) developed countries refusing to ratify ILO conventions

Question 52

What are the three elements of implementation of ILO standards?

Question 53

What is a function of the ILO's Committee of Experts?

A) to question governments on noncompliance
B) to establish international labour standards
C) to rule on the application of labour standards by member states
D) to explore and make decisions on unratified conventions