AP World History Modern Flashcards: Resistance To Globalization After 1900

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Flashcard 1: Which 1999 event is known for anti-globalization protests?

Answer: Seattle WTO protests. Massive demonstrations disrupted WTO ministerial conference effectively.

Flashcard 2: Identify a social movement opposed to globalization.

Answer: Occupy Wall Street. Protested economic inequality and corporate influence.

Flashcard 3: Name a type of non-tariff barrier used in trade.

Answer: Quotas. Limits quantities of imports without using price mechanisms.

Flashcard 4: What impact does globalization have on local industries?

Answer: Can lead to their decline due to competition. Foreign competition often undermines local producers.

Flashcard 5: What is 'glocalization'?

Answer: Adapting global products to fit local cultures. Balances global efficiency with local cultural preferences.

Flashcard 6: What is one environmental concern linked to globalization?

Answer: Increased carbon emissions. Transportation and production across borders increase pollution.

Flashcard 7: Which event is an example of political resistance to globalization?

Answer: Brexit. UK withdrawal from EU to regain national sovereignty.

Flashcard 8: What does the term 'cultural homogenization' mean?

Answer: Reduction in cultural diversity through globalization. Dominant cultures replace local traditions and practices.

Flashcard 9: Identify a sector often affected by globalization criticism.

Answer: Agriculture. Small farmers struggle against large agribusiness corporations.

Flashcard 10: What does 'economic sovereignty' mean?

Answer: Ability of a state to control its own economy. National governments control domestic economic policies independently.

Flashcard 11: What does 'economic sovereignty' mean?

Answer: Ability of a state to control its own economy. National governments control domestic economic policies independently.

Flashcard 12: Identify one reason why some groups resist globalization.

Answer: Desire to preserve cultural identity. Groups fear losing traditions to dominant global cultures.

Flashcard 13: What is one downside of cultural globalization?

Answer: Loss of unique cultural identities. Dominant cultures overwhelm local traditions and languages.

Flashcard 14: What is a transnational corporation?

Answer: A corporation that operates in multiple countries. Operates across borders with global production networks.

Flashcard 15: What does the term 'localization' mean in opposition to globalization?

Answer: Emphasizing local over global markets. Prioritizes community-based economic and cultural development.

Flashcard 16: Which movement emphasizes ethical consumption?

Answer: Fair Trade Movement. Ensures better wages and conditions for producers.

Flashcard 17: What is 'economic nationalism'?

Answer: Policies that prioritize domestic economy over global trade. Protects national industries from foreign competition.

Flashcard 18: Which agreement aims to reduce global trade barriers?

Answer: General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). Predecessor to WTO, promoted multilateral trade liberalization.

Flashcard 19: What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?

Answer: Gap between those with and without internet access. Technology access creates new forms of inequality.

Flashcard 20: What is the 'race to the bottom' in globalization?

Answer: Countries lowering standards to attract businesses. Competition reduces wages, environmental, and safety standards.

Flashcard 21: What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?

Answer: Gap between those with and without internet access. Technology access creates new forms of inequality.

Flashcard 22: What is a 'trade bloc'?

Answer: A group of countries that reduce trade barriers. Members coordinate policies for mutual economic benefit.

Flashcard 23: What is a key feature of neoliberalism in globalization?

Answer: Advocating for free-market capitalism. Reduces government regulation and promotes privatization.

Flashcard 24: What role does technology play in globalization?

Answer: Facilitates faster communication and trade. Digital networks enable rapid global information and capital flows.

Flashcard 25: Which movement emphasizes ethical consumption?

Answer: Fair Trade Movement. Ensures better wages and conditions for producers.

Flashcard 26: Which concept advocates for sustainable development over profit?

Answer: Environmentalism. Promotes ecological protection over economic growth priorities.

Flashcard 27: Identify a policy tool used to resist globalization effects.

Answer: Import quotas. Limits foreign goods to protect domestic producers.

Flashcard 28: Name a type of non-tariff barrier used in trade.

Answer: Quotas. Limits quantities of imports without using price mechanisms.

Flashcard 29: What does 'neocolonialism' refer to?

Answer: Control of a country by economic and cultural pressures. Modern form of dominance without direct political control.

Flashcard 30: What role do multinational corporations play in globalization?

Answer: They drive economic interconnectedness. They create global supply chains and investment flows.

Flashcard 31: What is 'protectionism'?

Answer: Economic policy of restricting imports to protect domestic industries. Uses barriers like tariffs and quotas strategically.

Flashcard 32: Which 1999 event is known for anti-globalization protests?

Answer: Seattle WTO protests. Massive demonstrations disrupted WTO ministerial conference effectively.

Flashcard 33: Which international organization promotes free trade?

Answer: World Trade Organization (WTO). Established to reduce tariffs and trade barriers globally.

Flashcard 34: Identify a social movement opposed to globalization.

Answer: Occupy Wall Street. Protested economic inequality and corporate influence.

Flashcard 35: Which group is known for resisting economic globalization?

Answer: Anti-globalization activists. They oppose corporate power and unfair trade practices globally.

Flashcard 36: What is the primary goal of anti-globalization protests?

Answer: To advocate for fairer global trade practices. Seeks to reduce corporate power and economic inequality.

Flashcard 37: Identify one reason why some groups resist globalization.

Answer: Desire to preserve cultural identity. Groups fear losing traditions to dominant global cultures.

Flashcard 38: What is the 'race to the bottom' in globalization?

Answer: Countries lowering standards to attract businesses. Competition reduces wages, environmental, and safety standards.

Flashcard 39: Identify a region where anti-globalization movements have been strong.

Answer: Latin America. Opposition to neoliberal policies and US influence.

Flashcard 40: What is globalization?

Answer: Process of increasing interconnectedness among countries. Integration spans economic, cultural, and political spheres worldwide.

Flashcard 41: Which agreement aims to reduce global trade barriers?

Answer: General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). Predecessor to WTO, promoted multilateral trade liberalization.

Flashcard 42: Identify a region where anti-globalization movements have been strong.

Answer: Latin America. Opposition to neoliberal policies and US influence.

Flashcard 43: What is a transnational corporation?

Answer: A corporation that operates in multiple countries. Operates across borders with global production networks.

Flashcard 44: Which Asian country has resisted Western cultural influence?

Answer: China. Maintains strict controls over foreign cultural content.

Flashcard 45: Identify an example of cultural resistance to globalization.

Answer: Preservation of indigenous languages. Maintains cultural diversity against homogenizing forces.

Flashcard 46: Identify an example of cultural resistance to globalization.

Answer: Preservation of indigenous languages. Maintains cultural diversity against homogenizing forces.

Flashcard 47: What is a common criticism of globalization?

Answer: It exacerbates economic inequality. Benefits often concentrate among wealthy nations and individuals.

Flashcard 48: Which event is an example of political resistance to globalization?

Answer: Brexit. UK withdrawal from EU to regain national sovereignty.

Flashcard 49: What is one downside of cultural globalization?

Answer: Loss of unique cultural identities. Dominant cultures overwhelm local traditions and languages.

Flashcard 50: What does the term 'cultural homogenization' mean?

Answer: Reduction in cultural diversity through globalization. Dominant cultures replace local traditions and practices.

Flashcard 51: What is 'glocalization'?

Answer: Adapting global products to fit local cultures. Balances global efficiency with local cultural preferences.

Flashcard 52: What is a 'trade bloc'?

Answer: A group of countries that reduce trade barriers. Members coordinate policies for mutual economic benefit.

Flashcard 53: What role does technology play in globalization?

Answer: Facilitates faster communication and trade. Digital networks enable rapid global information and capital flows.

Flashcard 54: Identify a sector often affected by globalization criticism.

Answer: Agriculture. Small farmers struggle against large agribusiness corporations.

Flashcard 55: Name an effect of globalization on employment.

Answer: Job outsourcing to countries with cheaper labor. Companies relocate production to reduce labor costs.

Flashcard 56: What role do multinational corporations play in globalization?

Answer: They drive economic interconnectedness. They create global supply chains and investment flows.

Flashcard 57: What is 'protectionism'?

Answer: Economic policy of restricting imports to protect domestic industries. Uses barriers like tariffs and quotas strategically.

Flashcard 58: Which group is known for resisting economic globalization?

Answer: Anti-globalization activists. They oppose corporate power and unfair trade practices globally.

Flashcard 59: What is a key feature of neoliberalism in globalization?

Answer: Advocating for free-market capitalism. Reduces government regulation and promotes privatization.

Flashcard 60: What does 'neocolonialism' refer to?

Answer: Control of a country by economic and cultural pressures. Modern form of dominance without direct political control.

Flashcard 61: What is 'economic nationalism'?

Answer: Policies that prioritize domestic economy over global trade. Protects national industries from foreign competition.

Flashcard 62: Which international organization promotes free trade?

Answer: World Trade Organization (WTO). Established to reduce tariffs and trade barriers globally.

Flashcard 63: What is one environmental concern linked to globalization?

Answer: Increased carbon emissions. Transportation and production across borders increase pollution.

Flashcard 64: Identify a policy tool used to resist globalization effects.

Answer: Import quotas. Limits foreign goods to protect domestic producers.

Flashcard 65: What does the term 'localization' mean in opposition to globalization?

Answer: Emphasizing local over global markets. Prioritizes community-based economic and cultural development.

Flashcard 66: Which Asian country has resisted Western cultural influence?

Answer: China. Maintains strict controls over foreign cultural content.

Flashcard 67: What impact does globalization have on local industries?

Answer: Can lead to their decline due to competition. Foreign competition often undermines local producers.

Flashcard 68: Name a European country known for rejecting globalization policies.

Answer: France. Protects cultural industries and agricultural sectors strongly.

Flashcard 69: Name a European country known for rejecting globalization policies.

Answer: France. Protects cultural industries and agricultural sectors strongly.

Flashcard 70: What is the primary goal of anti-globalization protests?

Answer: To advocate for fairer global trade practices. Seeks to reduce corporate power and economic inequality.

Flashcard 71: Which concept advocates for sustainable development over profit?

Answer: Environmentalism. Promotes ecological protection over economic growth priorities.

Flashcard 72: Name an effect of globalization on employment.

Answer: Job outsourcing to countries with cheaper labor. Companies relocate production to reduce labor costs.

Flashcard 73: What is a tariff?

Answer: A tax imposed on imported goods. Protects domestic producers from foreign competition.

Flashcard 74: What is a common criticism of globalization?

Answer: It exacerbates economic inequality. Benefits often concentrate among wealthy nations and individuals.