communication
Which decade was the internet invented in?
80s (January 1, 1983)
This invention dramatically reduced the cost of moving goods worldwide by sea.
shipping containers
This cultural influence is spread globally through movies, music, and TV shows.
Pop(ular) culture
This term describes access to roads, ports, railways, and airports.
transport infrastructure
This is the most common education indicator.
(il)literacy rate
What does the "bandwidth" tell us about the internet connection?
how fast it is
Name one international transport or trade hub.
Atlanta, Frankfurt,...
This global fast-food chain can be found in over 100 countries.
McDonalds
Name a hard location factor.
land costs, wages,...
This health indicator counts deaths of children under one year old.
Infant mortality rate.
What was the original purpose of Youtube?
a dating platform
This form of transport is essential for high-value, low-weight goods such as electronics.
air freight
This clothing item, originally from the USA, invented by a German immigrant, is now worn globally.
jeans
Name a soft location factor.
cultural value, educational quality,...
This index combines income, education and life expectancy (a.o.)
HDI
This communication inequality explains why some countries benefit less from globalisation.
The digital divide
Name two major canals built to shorten global shipping distances.
Panama and Suez
Name two benefits of cultural globalisation.
availability of international films and music, building communities, ...
This government action can encourage companies to locate in certain areas (or prevent them from doing so).
tax breaks/taxing/subsidies,...
This indicator measures the average income per person in a country.
GNI
What are fibre-optic cables?
Undersea cables (carry most of the world’s internet data between continents)
What is just-in-time manufacturing?
production method where materials and components are delivered exactly when they are needed, rather than being stored
Name two risks of cultural globalisation.
cultural erosion, westerization, ...
This is the opposite of a free market.
protectionism
This economic indicator measures the total value of goods and services produced.
GDP