SCC Globalization 2

Question 1

Which term describes the process by which local cultures adopt and adapt elements from global culture while maintaining distinct identities?

Accepted Answer

Glocalization

Answer

Glocalization refers to the blending of global influences with local cultural practices, coined by sociologist Roland Robertson.

Question 2

Immanuel Wallerstein's World-Systems Theory divides nations into which three categories?

Accepted Answer

Core, Semi-periphery, Periphery

Answer

Wallerstein categorized nations as core (dominant), semi-periphery (intermediate), and periphery (exploited) based on their role in the global economy.

Question 3

The 'McDonaldization' of society, a concept by George Ritzer, primarily illustrates which aspect of globalization?

Accepted Answer

The spread of rationalization and standardization worldwide

Answer

Ritzer used McDonald's as a metaphor for the global spread of efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control as organizing principles.

Question 4

Which sociological perspective is most critical of globalization, arguing it primarily benefits wealthy nations at the expense of poorer ones?

Accepted Answer

Conflict theory

Answer

Conflict theorists argue globalization perpetuates inequality by allowing core nations to extract wealth and labor from peripheral nations.

Question 5

The phenomenon where a company relocates its manufacturing to countries with lower labor costs and fewer regulations is called:

Accepted Answer

Offshoring

Answer

Offshoring specifically refers to relocating business operations to another country, whereas outsourcing can occur domestically.

(SCC) Sociology Certificate Course Practice Test

(SCC) Sociology Certificate Course Practice Test

SCC Globalization 2