Question 1

If you were to apply modernization theory to the problem of global poverty, you might point to which of the following traits of low-income nations?

Accepted Answer

A)  the use of relatively little advanced technology 
B)  low levels of population increase 
C)  cultural approval of innovation 
D)  the abundant use of advanced technology 
A)  the use of relatively little advanced technology 
B)  low levels of population increase 
C)  cultural approval of innovation 
D)  the abundant use of advanced technology A

Question 2

In global perspective, how does poverty combine with gender to disadvantage women? Compared to Canada and the United States, is there more or less gender inequality in low income societies? Why?

Accepted Answer

In a global perspective, poverty and gender combine to disadvantage women in several ways. Firstly, women are more likely to live in poverty due to factors such as unequal pay, limited access to education and employment opportunities, and the burden of unpaid care work. This economic disadvantage further exacerbates gender inequality, as women are often unable to access resources and opportunities that could help them escape poverty.

Additionally, in many low-income societies, cultural and social norms often limit women's rights and opportunities, further perpetuating their disadvantage. This includes limited access to healthcare, education, and decision-making power within their communities.

Compared to Canada and the United States, there is generally more gender inequality in low-income societies. This is due to a combination of factors, including limited access to education and economic opportunities for women, as well as deeply ingrained cultural and social norms that restrict women's rights and agency. In contrast, Canada and the United States have made significant strides in promoting gender equality through policies and initiatives aimed at addressing gender disparities in education, employment, and healthcare.

Overall, the intersection of poverty and gender creates significant disadvantages for women globally, particularly in low-income societies where gender inequality is more pronounced. Efforts to address these disparities require a multi-faceted approach that addresses economic, social, and cultural barriers to gender equality.

Question 3

Regarding Global Map 12-2, The Odds of Surviving to the Age of Sixty-Five in Global Perspective, what does this map tell us about global inequality?

Accepted Answer

The map "Global Map 12-2, The Odds of Surviving to the Age of Sixty-Five in Global Perspective" shows significant global inequality in terms of life expectancy. It illustrates that individuals in certain regions of the world have much higher odds of surviving to the age of sixty-five compared to others. This highlights the disparities in access to healthcare, nutrition, and overall quality of life between different countries and regions. The map indicates that there are significant challenges and disparities in global health and well-being, and it emphasizes the need for targeted efforts to address these inequalities and improve overall life expectancy worldwide.

Question 4

The former Soviet Union and the nations of Eastern Europe are low-income countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Macionis writes of his trip to ___________________ and refers to a young girl he saw in "one of the poorest neighbourhoods in the entire world."

Accepted Answer

A)  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 
B)  Manila, Philippines 
C)  Phnom Pen, Cambodia 
D)  Mexico City, Mexico 
A)  Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 
B)  Manila, Philippines 
C)  Phnom Pen, Cambodia 
D)  Mexico City, Mexico

Question 6

According to W.W. Rostow, nations begin at the _____ stage of development and may eventually reach the stage of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  drive to technological maturity; takeoff 
B)  traditional; high mass consumption 
C)  high mass consumption; takeoff 
D)  takeoff; drive to technological maturity 
A)  drive to technological maturity; takeoff 
B)  traditional; high mass consumption 
C)  high mass consumption; takeoff 
D)  takeoff; drive to technological maturity

Question 7

The death of 52 garment workers in a Bangladeshi sweatshop shows that

Accepted Answer

A)  the lives of the world's poor are far worse than many people in Canada realize. 
B)  workers have greater power in poor countries than they do in the United States. 
C)  workplace regulations are very strict in low-income nations. 
D)  working conditions are similar across the world. 
A)  the lives of the world's poor are far worse than many people in Canada realize. 
B)  workers have greater power in poor countries than they do in the United States. 
C)  workplace regulations are very strict in low-income nations. 
D)  working conditions are similar across the world.

Question 8

Over the course of the last century, the extent of global economic inequality has

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased sharply. 
B)  stayed about the same. 
C)  increased. 
D)  become smaller, but not by much. 
A)  decreased sharply. 
B)  stayed about the same. 
C)  increased. 
D)  become smaller, but not by much.

Question 9

Which theoretical approach claims that rich nations of the world are "overdeveloped" while poor nations are "underdeveloped"?

Accepted Answer

A)  modernization theory 
B)  dependency theory 
C)  both modernization theory and dependency theory 
D)  neither modernization theory nor dependency theory 
A)  modernization theory 
B)  dependency theory 
C)  both modernization theory and dependency theory 
D)  neither modernization theory nor dependency theory

Question 10

André Gunder Frank states that poor nations

Accepted Answer

A)  are responsible for their own poverty. 
B)  were "underdeveloped," or made poor, by rich nations. 
C)  suffer from traditional culture. 
D)  need to gain more productive technology. 
A)  are responsible for their own poverty. 
B)  were "underdeveloped," or made poor, by rich nations. 
C)  suffer from traditional culture. 
D)  need to gain more productive technology.

Question 11

The global region that has made the greatest strides out of poverty is

Accepted Answer

A)  Asia. 
B)  Africa. 
C)  Latin America. 
D)  Australia. 
A)  Asia. 
B)  Africa. 
C)  Latin America. 
D)  Australia.

Question 12

Global wealth is more unequally distributed than global income.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In poor nations, poverty is_____ than in Canada.

Accepted Answer

A)  more likely to involve men 
B)  more widespread and severe 
C)  addressed more effectively 
D)  less serious a problem 
A)  more likely to involve men 
B)  more widespread and severe 
C)  addressed more effectively 
D)  less serious a problem

Question 14

Of the roughly one billion people in the world who are living in absolute poverty, what share are women?

Accepted Answer

A)  20 percent 
B)  35 percent 
C)  50 percent 
D)  70 percent 
A)  20 percent 
B)  35 percent 
C)  50 percent 
D)  70 percent

Question 15

In an essay, describe the differences that distinguish high-income nations, middle-income nations, and low-income nations. Consider population size, land area, typical patterns of work, urban and rural residence, gender equality, and the extent of poverty.

Accepted Answer

High-income nations, middle-income natio

Question 16

In poor countries, the disadvantages women face relative to men are

Accepted Answer

A)  about the same as in rich nations. 
B)  smaller than in rich nations. 
C)  greater than in rich nations. 
D)  nonexistent; in poor countries, women and men have the same social standing. 
A)  about the same as in rich nations. 
B)  smaller than in rich nations. 
C)  greater than in rich nations. 
D)  nonexistent; in poor countries, women and men have the same social standing.

Question 17

________________ has the highest Q.L.I. on Table 12-1, Wealth and Well-Being in Global Perspective.

Accepted Answer

A)  The United States 
B)  Canada 
C)  Japan 
D)  Norway 
A)  The United States 
B)  Canada 
C)  Japan 
D)  Norway

Question 18

Which of the following is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in high-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
B)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in middle-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
C)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in low-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
D)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in all countries remained the same as it had previously. 
A)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in high-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
B)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in middle-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
C)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in low-income countries jumped fourfold during the twentieth century. 
D)  With the Industrial Revolution, the standard of living in all countries remained the same as it had previously.

Question 19

High-income countries are found on five different continents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Dependency theory differs from modernization theory by

Accepted Answer

A)  making poor nations responsible for their own fate. 
B)  supporting capitalism as a path to development. 
C)  explaining global inequality in terms of the exploitation of poor countries by rich countries. 
D)  claiming that economic development is not a desirable goal. 
A)  making poor nations responsible for their own fate. 
B)  supporting capitalism as a path to development. 
C)  explaining global inequality in terms of the exploitation of poor countries by rich countries. 
D)  claiming that economic development is not a desirable goal.

Exam 12: Global Stratification

If you were to apply modernization theory to the problem of global poverty, you might point to which of the following traits of low-income nations?

In global perspective, how does poverty combine with gender to disadvantage women? Compared to Canada and the United States, is there more or less gender inequality in low income societies? Why?

Regarding Global Map 12-2, The Odds of Surviving to the Age of Sixty-Five in Global Perspective, what does this map tell us about global inequality?

The former Soviet Union and the nations of Eastern Europe are low-income countries.

Macionis writes of his trip to ___________________ and refers to a young girl he saw in "one of the poorest neighbourhoods in the entire world."

According to W.W. Rostow, nations begin at the _____ stage of development and may eventually reach the stage of _____.

The death of 52 garment workers in a Bangladeshi sweatshop shows that

Over the course of the last century, the extent of global economic inequality has

Which theoretical approach claims that rich nations of the world are "overdeveloped" while poor nations are "underdeveloped"?

André Gunder Frank states that poor nations

The global region that has made the greatest strides out of poverty is

Global wealth is more unequally distributed than global income.

In poor nations, poverty is_____ than in Canada.

Of the roughly one billion people in the world who are living in absolute poverty, what share are women?

In an essay, describe the differences that distinguish high-income nations, middle-income nations, and low-income nations. Consider population size, land area, typical patterns of work, urban and rural residence, gender equality, and the extent of poverty.

In poor countries, the disadvantages women face relative to men are

________________ has the highest Q.L.I. on Table 12-1, Wealth and Well-Being in Global Perspective.

Which of the following is TRUE?

High-income countries are found on five different continents.

Dependency theory differs from modernization theory by

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