Connection to Place
Which connection to place may a miner have with a mineral rich region?
Economic connection to place
What is the digital revolution?
The digital revolution is the increasing use of technology and the internet to perform everyday tasks
What is Australia's most valuable export?
Minerals and Fuels $189billion
Nutella is exclusively Italian. True or False?
False.
Nutella is not exclusively Italian—it was created by the Italian company Ferrero, but it is now produced in multiple countries, including Germany, France, Canada, and Australia, and sold all over the world.
Which connection to place may a religious person have with their church, mosque, temple etc?
Spiritual.
What is the digital divide?
The unequal access to the internet and technology in different areas around the world
Which country do we import the highest value of goods from?
China
True or False: More than 6 billion people across the globe have access to the internet
False: An estimated 5.16 billion have internet access
Which connection to place may an Indigenous person have with country (the land, waters and flora/fauna of Australia)
Spiritual connection to place
80-100%
By value $, what was our second most value export in 2019
Services Industry
Global trade connections include...
Supply Chains: Businesses getting materials or products from other countries.
Shipping: Moving goods across borders by sea, air, or land.
Trade Deals: Agreements between countries to make trade easier.
Currency Exchange: Trading money between countries for transactions.
Technology: Using the internet and digital tools to do business globally.
Which connection to place may Australians and Turks have with Gallipoli?
Historical connection to place
Identify 5 different ways we can use the internet
Entertainment
Games
Shopping
Communicate
Studying
Australia is ranked 55th by population, but ranks much higher by value of its imports and exports, which number does it rank in the world
22nd
Describe in your own words the state of digital access in South Korea.
South Korea is a global leader in digital access, with about 97% of people using the internet and nearly 98% owning smartphones. The country has fast internet and widespread broadband.
Which connection to place would the Indigenous Australians have toward Uluru? Explain why.
Indigenous Australians, especially the Anangu people, have a deep spiritual connection to Uluru. It is a sacred site tied to their Dreamtime stories, which explain the creation of the world. Uluru is not just a physical place, but a part of their culture, history, and responsibility to protect. It's also used for important ceremonies.
Define IoT and provide an example.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical devices—like appliances, vehicles, or sensors—that are connected to the internet and can collect, share, and exchange data.
Example: A smart thermostat that adjusts the temperature in your home based on your daily routine and can be controlled through a smartphone app.
In 2024, France had 89.4 million tourists arriving to the country. Which country in the world came second and in what millions?
Spain at 83.7 million tourists!
The clothing retail ZARA is a prime example of interconnections. TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE!!! ZARA is a prime example of interconnections because it operates a global supply chain, designs clothes in Spain, manufactures in multiple countries, and sells products worldwide—demonstrating strong economic, cultural, and technological links across regions.