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Unit 1A
Unit 1B
Unit 2A
Unit 2B
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The process by which regional societies, economies, cultures, etc. are becoming increasingly connected
What is Globalization
100
Jose Bautista's "Bat Flip" has 20.4 million Vines worldwide. This is an example of which two aspects of Globalization
What is Technological Advancement and Social Globalization
100
You are in a foreign country, feeling hungry and can't read any of the signs. But you see the Golden Arches, and are filled with relief. This is an example of what?
What is Westernization
100
A company that operates in different countries
What is a Transnational Corporation or Multinational Corporation
100
"Yeah, it sucks that child labour exists. And sure, I wouldn't want to be paid $4 when I work for 14 hours straight. But... I like having stuff. Plus, as long as it doesn't affect me, it doesn't matter" This is the perspective of...?
What is a globalist
200
School Uniforms as an example of this
What is Homogenization
200
McDonald's creates menu items like McSalsa Wrap or the Matcha McFlurry to cater to the local people. This example can have two answers
What is Hybridization and Accomodation
200
You are all in this class. You are all in Grade 10. You all attend Bishop Grandin. This is an example of what?
What is collective Identity
200
"We need to revise how we respond to globalization. Sure, we get great stuff. But we cannot deny that globalization comes with human rights abuses, poverty, exploitation and greed. It really does more harm than good" This is the perspective of...
What is an Alter globalist
200
Social Networks allow us to communicate and interact with people all around the world. As a result, people learn of new music, new styles, current events, and more. This is a product of what?
What is Social Globalization
300
Asking questions for a purpose, or to discover something new
What is Deliberative Inquiry
300
When a new subdivision is being built, there are trees that are cut down, which means that animals lose their home. Trees are cut down in order to provide the framework. Ground is dug up, which means more animals lose their home, and asphalt and pavement is laid instead. Trucks give off exhaust fumes which we breathe in. Which aspect of Globalization does this reflect?
What is Environmental
300
Drake is way more talented than Eminem. And he's Canadian, so he's obviously way better. This is an example of what statement
What is Biased
300
This process means that there will be a loss of jobs in one country, and a job for workers somewhere else
What is outsourcing
300
You have been given the opportunity to have a semester in a prestigious school in Turkey. You do not speak the language, nor can you read it. You do, however, have a translator, and signs are written in English as well as Turkish. This is an example of what?
What is Accommodation
400
The aspect of Globalization that recognizes the interdependence of economies, politics, environment and societies
What is Global Integration
400
Globalization has given wealthy countries the opportunity to become wealthier and have access to more resources and technologies. However, not all countries are as fortunate. This is attributed to what?
What is Digital Divide
400
You are born with nothing but a body and a birth certificate. As you grow up, you become who you are because of the influence of friends, family and media. Without all the extra stuff, what do we call an identity that is YOURS?
What is Individual Identiy
400
Canada has a regulating body called the CRTC. Their focus is to ensure that radio and television stations have 40-60% of Canadian content. This is to ensure that Canadian talent is not forgotten, and we celebrate our talent. This is an example of
What is Cultural Revitalization
400
Countries in Europe now have all the same currency. This means that trade between the countries isl much easier because there is no need to 'convert money.' It also means that someone in France can travel to Portugal and use the same currency. This is an example of
What is Economic Globalization
500
When people are made to feel they do not belong, or are unwelcome
What is exclusion
500
Gun Control. Drugs. Domestic Abuse. Poverty are all examples of...
What is an Issue
500
You own a bakery and have always imported your ingredients from a small town in Italy. The economy in Italy is weak, and the harvest season was the worst in years. The price of wheat, grain and flour has gone up, which means that importing them will cost more. The Canadian dollar is also suffering. This is an example of
What is Global Integration
500
When the dominant culture erase the identity of the smaller culture. We have seen this in Canadian history when the government did this to the FNMI population.
What is Assimilation
500
This has allowed us stream, download, purchase, post and do everything else online. On top of it being a great 'technological advancement, this phenomena is also called what?
What is 'Internet Revolution