globalization
what is globalization?
Increasing connection of countries through trade, communication, and culture
What does the United Nations aim to promote around the world?
Peace and cooperation
What document lists basic rights and freedoms for all people?
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
What is deforestation?
The clearing or cutting down of forests
What was the Green Revolution?
The use of new farming technology to increase food production.
What organization helps regulate international trade?
The World Trade Organization (WTO)
What group of European countries work together economically and politically?
The European Union (EU)
What worldwide disease crisis became especially severe in the 1980s and 1990s?
The HIV and AIDS crisis
What environmental problem is caused by rising greenhouse gases?
Climate change
What is one positive result of the Green Revolution?
Increased crop yields and food supply.
What trade agreement connected the U.S, Canada, and Mexico?
(NAFTA) North American Free Trade Agreement
What is free trade?
Trade between countries with few or no restrictions.
What is a pandemic?
A disease outbreak that spreads across many countries or worldwide
What are some effects of climate change?
Rising temperatures, stronger storms, droughts, or melting ice caps.
What are some negative effects of the green revolution?
Pollution, expensive farming methods, and soil damage.
What is a multinational corporation?
A company that operates in more than one country
What organization settles trade disputes between nations?
The World Trade Organization (WTO)
What organization often helps countries during health emergencies?
The United Nations or World Health Organization
Why is deforestation harmful?
It destroys habitats and increases carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
How has technology helped globalization?
Faster communication and transportation.
Name benefits of globalization.
Increased trade, lower prices, job opportunities, cultural exchange
What are some criticism of multinational corporations?
Low wages, poor working conditions, or exploiting workers and resources
Why are human rights important?
They protect freedoms and ensure equal treatment for people.
What is renewable energy?
Energy from sources that can naturally be replaced, like solar or wind power.
What invention most helped connect the modern global economy?
The Internet.