Theories of Development - AP Human Geography
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What is a core characteristic of the 'core' in World-Systems Theory?
What is a core characteristic of the 'core' in World-Systems Theory?
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High level of industrialization. Advanced economies that dominate global trade.
High level of industrialization. Advanced economies that dominate global trade.
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What is the focus of neoliberal development strategies?
What is the focus of neoliberal development strategies?
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Market-driven economic policies. Emphasizes privatization and trade liberalization.
Market-driven economic policies. Emphasizes privatization and trade liberalization.
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What does the Human Development Index (HDI) measure?
What does the Human Development Index (HDI) measure?
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Life expectancy, education, and income. Three key indicators of human well-being and development.
Life expectancy, education, and income. Three key indicators of human well-being and development.
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What does the ecological footprint measure?
What does the ecological footprint measure?
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Human demand on natural resources. Calculates human impact on Earth's ecosystems.
Human demand on natural resources. Calculates human impact on Earth's ecosystems.
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What is the third stage of Rostow's model of economic growth?
What is the third stage of Rostow's model of economic growth?
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Takeoff. Period of rapid industrialization and sustained economic growth.
Takeoff. Period of rapid industrialization and sustained economic growth.
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What is one focus of the postcolonial critique in development?
What is one focus of the postcolonial critique in development?
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Historical power imbalances. Examines ongoing effects of colonial exploitation.
Historical power imbalances. Examines ongoing effects of colonial exploitation.
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What term describes the economic disparity between more and less developed countries?
What term describes the economic disparity between more and less developed countries?
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Development gap. Difference in economic development between world regions.
Development gap. Difference in economic development between world regions.
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Which development model focuses on reducing poverty and inequality?
Which development model focuses on reducing poverty and inequality?
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Human Development Approach. Emphasizes human capabilities and quality of life.
Human Development Approach. Emphasizes human capabilities and quality of life.
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Identify a key feature of the 'Age of High Mass Consumption' stage.
Identify a key feature of the 'Age of High Mass Consumption' stage.
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Consumer-oriented society. Economy focused on mass production of consumer goods.
Consumer-oriented society. Economy focused on mass production of consumer goods.
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What is GNI per capita used to measure?
What is GNI per capita used to measure?
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Average income of a country's citizens. Economic indicator of national wealth per person.
Average income of a country's citizens. Economic indicator of national wealth per person.
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Identify the primary critique of Rostow's model.
Identify the primary critique of Rostow's model.
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Eurocentrism. Model assumes Western development path is universal.
Eurocentrism. Model assumes Western development path is universal.
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Which theory suggests that underdevelopment is due to historical exploitation?
Which theory suggests that underdevelopment is due to historical exploitation?
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Dependency Theory. Blames colonial legacy and continued exploitation.
Dependency Theory. Blames colonial legacy and continued exploitation.
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What is the main focus of modernization theory?
What is the main focus of modernization theory?
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Economic and social progress. Believes development follows Western industrialization model.
Economic and social progress. Believes development follows Western industrialization model.
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Which development theory focuses on sustainable development and environmental balance?
Which development theory focuses on sustainable development and environmental balance?
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Sustainable Development. Balances economic growth with environmental protection.
Sustainable Development. Balances economic growth with environmental protection.
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What does the Human Development Index (HDI) measure?
What does the Human Development Index (HDI) measure?
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Life expectancy, education, and income. Three key indicators of human well-being and development.
Life expectancy, education, and income. Three key indicators of human well-being and development.
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Identify the theory that divides the world into core, periphery, and semi-periphery.
Identify the theory that divides the world into core, periphery, and semi-periphery.
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World-Systems Theory. Wallerstein's framework showing global economic hierarchy.
World-Systems Theory. Wallerstein's framework showing global economic hierarchy.
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What theory critiques neoliberalism for increasing inequality?
What theory critiques neoliberalism for increasing inequality?
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Dependency Theory. Argues free markets worsen global inequality.
Dependency Theory. Argues free markets worsen global inequality.
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Which theory emphasizes dependency and exploitation in global affairs?
Which theory emphasizes dependency and exploitation in global affairs?
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Dependency Theory. Argues that poor countries are exploited by wealthy nations.
Dependency Theory. Argues that poor countries are exploited by wealthy nations.
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What is the final stage in Rostow's model of economic growth?
What is the final stage in Rostow's model of economic growth?
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Age of High Mass Consumption. Society focused on consumer goods and services.
Age of High Mass Consumption. Society focused on consumer goods and services.
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What is the main goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
What is the main goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
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Global sustainable progress. 17 interconnected goals for worldwide development by 2030.
Global sustainable progress. 17 interconnected goals for worldwide development by 2030.
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What is one focus of the postcolonial critique in development?
What is one focus of the postcolonial critique in development?
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Historical power imbalances. Examines ongoing effects of colonial exploitation.
Historical power imbalances. Examines ongoing effects of colonial exploitation.
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Which development theory emphasizes cultural influences?
Which development theory emphasizes cultural influences?
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Cultural Theory of Development. Recognizes culture's role in shaping development paths.
Cultural Theory of Development. Recognizes culture's role in shaping development paths.
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Identify one component of the Human Development Index.
Identify one component of the Human Development Index.
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Education level. Knowledge and schooling component of human development.
Education level. Knowledge and schooling component of human development.
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Which theory is associated with Immanuel Wallerstein?
Which theory is associated with Immanuel Wallerstein?
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World-Systems Theory. Created by sociologist studying global economic systems.
World-Systems Theory. Created by sociologist studying global economic systems.
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What is the main critique of the Human Development Index?
What is the main critique of the Human Development Index?
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Oversimplification of development. Reduces complex development to three simple measures.
Oversimplification of development. Reduces complex development to three simple measures.
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What is the Brandt Line?
What is the Brandt Line?
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Division between the Global North and South. Geographic boundary separating rich and poor nations.
Division between the Global North and South. Geographic boundary separating rich and poor nations.
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Name one key indicator used in the HDI.
Name one key indicator used in the HDI.
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Life expectancy. Health component measuring average lifespan in years.
Life expectancy. Health component measuring average lifespan in years.
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Which theory argues for the benefits of globalization in development?
Which theory argues for the benefits of globalization in development?
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Neoliberal Theory. Promotes free markets and reduced government intervention.
Neoliberal Theory. Promotes free markets and reduced government intervention.
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What is a primary goal of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
What is a primary goal of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
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End poverty. First of 17 global development objectives by 2030.
End poverty. First of 17 global development objectives by 2030.
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What is one advantage of sustainable development?
What is one advantage of sustainable development?
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Long-term environmental sustainability. Ensures resources remain available for future use.
Long-term environmental sustainability. Ensures resources remain available for future use.
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