Globalization
What is globalization
The increasing connection and interaction of people, businesses and countries worldwide
Define hotspot
An area with conflict, tension, or political instability.
What is fair trade?
A system that ensures producers get fair wages and safe working conditions
What is a consumer-based economy?
An economy driven by spending by consumers.
What is the longest river in Canada?
Mackenzie River.
Name one positive effect of globalization
More access to good / Cultural exchange
Name one current or recent global hotspot.
Middle East / Ukraine / Sudan.
Name one product often associated with fair trade.
Coffee, chocolate, bananas.
What is a “need” vs a “want”?
Need = essential (food), Want = non-essential (luxury items).
What animal is on the Canadian 5-cent coin?
Beaver.
Name one negative effect to globalization
Job loss in some countries / environmental harm / cultural loss
What is one cause of conflict in hotspots?
resources, politics or natural disaster
How does fair trade help farmers?
Provides stable prices and better working conditions.
What role does advertising play?
Influences people to buy products.
What year did Canada officially become a country through Confederation?
1867
What is outsourcing?
Moving jobs or production to another country to save money.
What organization often helps manage global conflicts?
The United Nations.
What symbol helps consumers identify fair trade products?
The Fairtrade certification logo.
What is consumerism?
The idea that buying goods is important to the economy and lifestyle.
What province produces the most maple syrup?
Quebec
What role do multinational corporations play in globalization?
They operate in multiple countries and drive global trade and economic connections.
How can conflicts in hotspots affect other countries?
Refugees, economic impacts, global tension.
Why might fair trade products cost more?
Because workers are paid fairly and sustainable practices are used.
How can consumer choices impact the environment?
Pollution, waste, resource use.
What Canadian landform system contains some of the oldest exposed rocks on Earth, dating over 4 billion years?
The Canadian Shield