Globalisation Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a feature

of globalization?

• E-commerce

• Protectionism

• Commercialization

• Trade liberalization

Sustainable tourism CANNOT be encouraged by utilizing

• solar water heating

• natural ventilation and lighting

• environmental training for staff

• the coastline for the building of

  hotels

Which of the following factors can hinder development?

• Efficient justice system

• Rigid class stratification

• Technological advancement

• Increased foreign investment

ICT is considered a facilitator of globalisation. What does 'ICT' mean in this context?

• Internet Computer Transaction

• Internet Communication Transaction

• Information and Computer Technology

• Information and Communications Technologies

The World Trade Organisation was established in which of the following years?

• 1795

• 1885

• 1945

• 1995

Which of the following organisations aims to regulate trade among countries?

• EU

• IMF

• WTO

• GATT

Which of the following factor hinders development in the Caribbean?

• Cultural preservation

• Regional integration

• Improved educational standards

• Lack of confidence in local products

Which of the following is a by-product of globalisation?

• Increased importation costs

• Discriminatory immigration policies

• Closed market space

• Commodification of cultures

In order to curb the negative effects of trade liberalisation, countries in the Caribbean region may do of the options EXCEPT

• Increase the volume manufacturing production

• Cut back on skilled workers

• Automate and mechanise production processes

• Increase educational opportunities for citizens

Neocolonialism is considered to be the

• renewed independence of former colonies

• a situation where former colonies become developed countries

• direct colonisation of a country by a more powerful one

• informal colonisation of a country via economic, social and cultural methods