Economic Systems
Development & Indicators
Government & Human Factors
Trade & Resources
Culture & Citizenship
100
In this system, the distribution of goods is determined by the government rather than the market.
Communist (Command) System
100
If a nation has a low Literacy Rate and a high Infant Mortality rate, what is its level of development?
(Low / Medium / High)
Low
100
This system of government is ruled by religious leaders and based on religious laws.
Theocracy
100
This process involves moving parts of a company’s work to another country to save on labor costs.
Outsourcing.
100
This term describes a strong belief in the superiority of one's own nation and/or a desire for political independence.
Nationalism
200
This type of industry involves producing goods by hand, usually in a home, rather than in a large factory.
Cottage Industry
200
This indicator measures the total value of all goods and services produced in a country divided by its population.
GDP per capita
200
Which political system allows citizens the most power to influence public policy through voting?
Democracy (or Republic)
200
Modern systems of transport, communication, and power in a country.
Infrastructure.
200
What is an example of a culture that maintains "traditional ways," often including a traditional economy?
Indigenous groups, remote rural communities, religious communes.
300
Which agricultural system focuses on profit and global trade rather than just feeding a family?
Commercial Agriculture
300
What is an example of a job within the Quaternary sector?
Research, information technology, or high-level management.
300
This international organization promotes political and economic cooperation among European nations.
The European Union (EU)
300
How do changes in "infrastructure," like new high-speed rail or internet, affect economic activities?
Increased connectivity and business mobility (new regions).
300
These groups are often given less economic or social opportunities in certain cultures.
Women, ethnic minorities, religious minorities, sexual & gender minorities
400
This economic system relies on "Free Enterprise," where competition determines the price and availability of goods.
Market Economy / Capitalism
400
Which level of development is characterized by most of the population working in Tertiary or Quaternary sectors?
(Low / Medium / High)
Developed (More Developed Country/MDC)
400
Term for redrawing political boundaries to benefit a specific group.
Gerrymandering.
400
This is a zone where goods can be traded without the usual taxes (tariffs) or government interference.
Free Trade Zone
400
Pride in one's country and/or belief that a country should put its own interests above global ones.
Patriotism (or Protectionism)
500
Give an example of a factor that would determine the location of a manufacturing plant / factory.
Proximity to raw materials, labor, or infrastructure.
500
Using this population pyramid, what can you infer about the population's life expectancy?
High life expectancy (likely a Developed nation).
500
A government ruled by a King or Queen, in which the King/Queen has complete power over legislation.
Absolute Monarchy
500
How does the "scarcity" of a resource like water impact the movement of products and people?
Force migration and/or lead to international regulations/conflict.
500
Identify two different "points of view" regarding environmental protection
Why would someone focus on protecting the environment? Why would someone not care?
Economic growth (industrial) vs. Environmental sustainability (conservation).