Question 1

__________ refers to changing the world through transforming the way people, groups, and nation-states connect to and with one another.
A) Industrialization
B) Neoliberalism
C) Globalization
D) Urbanization

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

___________ refers to living in an interconnected world where we need each other to survive.
A) Interdependence
B) Liberalization
C) Universalization
D) Westernization

Accepted Answer

Interdependence is the concept that individuals, groups, and nations rely on each other for survival and well-being. It recognizes the interconnectedness of the world and the need for cooperation and collaboration to solve global issues. Liberalization refers to the reduction of government regulations and restrictions on economic activity. Universalization refers to the spread of values, beliefs, and practices across the world. Westernization refers to the spread of Western culture and values to other parts of the world.

Question 3

___________ refers to an ideological justification for free-market capitalism and laissez-faire governance.
A) Interdependence
B) Liberalization
C) Universalization
D) Westernization

Accepted Answer

Liberalization is an ideological justification for free-market capitalism and laissez-faire governance, often associated with the economic policies of neoliberalism. It advocates for minimal government intervention in the economy and emphasizes the importance of free trade and open markets. Interdependence, universalization, and westernization are not directly related to this ideology.

Question 4

___________ refers to the weakening of state sovereignty with corporations and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) challenging the state.
A) Interdependence
B) Liberalization
C) Universalization
D) Westernization

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ refers to the weakening of state...

Question 5

___________ refers to the diffusion of western culture (e.g., food, movies, ideology, media, and so on) and the homogenization of place.
A) Interdependence
B) Liberalization
C) Universalization
D) Westernization

Accepted Answer

Westernization refers to the spread and adoption of Western culture, values, and practices around the world. This can include everything from fashion and music to political and economic ideologies. The process of Westernization often leads to the homogenization of places as local customs and traditions are replaced by more universal or Westernized ways of doing things.

Question 6

Which of the following play a major role in the Westernization of countries and communities around the world?
A) transnational corporations
B) social media
C) religion
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following play a major...

Question 7

__________argues the process of globalization emerged and developed over a 500-year period that relates to the rise of capitalist markets.
A) world systems theory
B) postmodernism
C) network society
D) cultural theories

Accepted Answer

World systems theory argues that globalization is a result of the rise of capitalist markets over a 500-year period, which began with the expansion of European colonialism and the construction of a global economic system centered around Europe.

Question 8

When discussing globalization, __________ suggests a decline and transformation of all social institutions due to post-Fordism.
A) world systems theory
B) postmodernism
C) network society
D) cultural theories

Accepted Answer

Postmodernism is the theory that suggests a decline and transformation of all social institutions due to post-Fordism. World systems theory focuses on the economic and political relationships between countries, while network society and cultural theories do not specifically address the decline and transformation of social institutions.

Question 9

__________ refers to globalization as changes in communications and information technology.
A) world systems theory
B) postmodernism
C) network society
D) cultural theories

Accepted Answer

The term "network society" is often used by sociologists and theorists, such as Manuel Castells, to describe the impact of globalization on society. This concept emphasizes the importance of communication and information technology in facilitating global connections and the exchange of ideas, goods, and services.

Question 10

__________ emphasizes the globalization of something like religion rather than economic systems.
A) world systems theory
B) postmodernism
C) network society
D) cultural theories

Accepted Answer

Cultural theories emphasize the globalization of various cultural aspects, including religion, rather than just economic systems (world systems theory), social structures (network society), or the fragmentation of knowledge and power (postmodernism).

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the four elements of McDonaldization?
A) accessibility
B) calculability
C) predictability
D) control

Accepted Answer

McDonaldization, a term coined by sociologist George Ritzer, refers to the process by which the principles of the fast-food industry have come to dominate other sectors of American society and the world. The four main elements of McDonaldization are efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control. Accessibility is not one of the four elements; instead, it might be considered a result or aspect of these processes, particularly efficiency, but it is not one of the core principles as defined by Ritzer.

Question 12

_________ believe the effects of globalization have been overstated and it is not novel.
A) Transformationalists
B) Skeptics
C) Rejectionists
D) Hyperglobalists

Accepted Answer

Skeptics believe that the effects of globalization have been overstated and that it is not a novel phenomenon. They argue that similar processes have taken place throughout history and that the current era of globalization is a continuation of these processes rather than a complete break from the past.

Question 13

_________ believe global capital and free market capitalism drive globalization and this push by capitalist systems have weakened the state.
A) Transformationalists
B) Skeptics
C) Rejectionists
D) Hyperglobalists

Accepted Answer

Hyperglobalists believe that globalization is primarily driven by global capital and free market capitalism, which leads to the weakening of state power.

Question 14

_________ believe globalization is occurring and results in a politically, socially, economically, and culturally interconnected world and it does not diminish state power just redefines it.
A) Transformationalists
B) Skeptics
C) Rejectionists
D) Hyperglobalists

Accepted Answer

Transformationalists believe that globalization is real and affects different aspects of our society. They argue that the interconnectedness of different societies does not necessarily weaken the power of the state, but it does redefine it. This approach acknowledges the complexity of globalization and its implications, taking into account both its positive and negative effects.

Question 15

What are the three camps of the withering state debate?
A) realists, modernists, emerging
B) hyperglobalist, modernist, emerging
C) expansion, retrenchment, curvilinear
D) transformationalists, skeptics, rejectionists

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the three camps of the...

Question 16

The strong state-weak state thesis argues:
A) globalization depends on decline of the strong state and the rise of the weak state.
B) globalization depends on decline of the nation-state and the rise of transnational corporations.
C) globalization depends on the rise of the strong state and the weak state adopting capitalist economic systems.
D) globalization depends on strong state and weak state interactions and relationships.

Accepted Answer

The strong state-weak state thesis argues that globalization depends on the interactions and relationships between strong and weak states. This means that both types of states are necessary for globalization to occur, and that their interactions are crucial in shaping the global economic system. The thesis acknowledges that strong states have a lot of power to shape the global economy, but also recognizes the important role that weak states play in providing opportunities for investment and trade. Therefore, the relationship between strong and weak states is key to understanding how the global economy operates.

Question 17

_________ argues capitalist systems need strong states to operate and function effectively.
A) Network society theory
B) Global capitalist theory
C) World systems theory
D) Postmodern theory

Accepted Answer

World systems theory argues that capitalist systems require strong states to manage and regulate economic activities, maintain social order, and facilitate international trade and investment.

Question 18

_________ argue globalization is fundamentally transforming the organization and function of the state because of the interdependent nature and integration of economic systems.
A) Network society theory
B) Global capitalist theory
C) World systems theory
D) Postmodern theory

Accepted Answer

Global capitalist theory argues that globalization is transforming the state due to the interconnectedness and integration of global economic systems, impacting state functions and sovereignty.

Question 19

_________ argues the modern state is no longer operating as an autonomous entity and therefore no longer monopolizes what occurs within its borders.
A) Network society theory
B) Global capitalist theory
C) World systems theory
D) Postmodern theory

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ argues the modern state is no...

Question 20

_________ argues state capacity (e.g., capability of gathering and processing information using technological innovations) expands the ability of the state to regulate and control.
A) Network society theory
B) Global capitalist theory
C) World systems theory
D) Postmodern theory

Accepted Answer

Network society theory argues that technological innovations and global communication networks have transformed societal organization and state capacity. As a result, the state's ability to regulate and control has expanded due to its increased capability to gather and process information.

Quiz 10: Globalization

__________ refers to changing the world through transforming the way people, groups, and nation-states connect to and with one another.

___________ refers to living in an interconnected world where we need each other to survive.

___________ refers to an ideological justification for free-market capitalism and laissez-faire governance.

___________ refers to the weakening of state sovereignty with corporations and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) challenging the state.

___________ refers to the diffusion of western culture (e.g., food, movies, ideology, media, and so on) and the homogenization of place.

Which of the following play a major role in the Westernization of countries and communities around the world?

__________argues the process of globalization emerged and developed over a 500-year period that relates to the rise of capitalist markets.

When discussing globalization, __________ suggests a decline and transformation of all social institutions due to post-Fordism.

__________ refers to globalization as changes in communications and information technology.

__________ emphasizes the globalization of something like religion rather than economic systems.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four elements of McDonaldization?

_________ believe the effects of globalization have been overstated and it is not novel.

_________ believe global capital and free market capitalism drive globalization and this push by capitalist systems have weakened the state.

_________ believe globalization is occurring and results in a politically, socially, economically, and culturally interconnected world and it does not diminish state power just redefines it.

What are the three camps of the withering state debate?

The strong state-weak state thesis argues:

_________ argues capitalist systems need strong states to operate and function effectively.

_________ argue globalization is fundamentally transforming the organization and function of the state because of the interdependent nature and integration of economic systems.

_________ argues the modern state is no longer operating as an autonomous entity and therefore no longer monopolizes what occurs within its borders.

_________ argues state capacity (e.g., capability of gathering and processing information using technological innovations) expands the ability of the state to regulate and control.