Globalization in the Modern World
An educational worksheet for 7th graders exploring the concept of globalization, its causes, and its effects on societies and economies worldwide.
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Globalization in the Modern World
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Which of the following best defines globalization?
The process of countries becoming more isolated from each other.
The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries worldwide.
The spread of a single culture across the globe.
The development of new technologies.
2. Which of the following is a major cause of globalization?
Increased trade barriers between countries.
Advancements in communication and transportation technology.
A decrease in international travel.
A focus on local economies only.
3. The exchange of goods, services, and ideas across national borders is known as .
4. Multinational corporations play a significant role in globalization by operating in .
5. Explain one positive effect of globalization on a country's economy.
6. Describe one negative impact of globalization on local cultures.
7. Globalization only affects economic aspects of a country, not cultural ones.
True
False
8. Improved transportation methods have contributed to the growth of globalization.
True
False
9. Look at the world map below. How does the interconnectedness of different regions on this map relate to the concept of globalization?
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
10. Advances in and transportation have been key drivers of globalization.
11. Globalization often leads to the blending of different , creating new forms and expressions.