Increased interconnectedness and interdependence of countries through trade, technology, and culture.

The process by which colonies become independent from the colonizing nation.

Mutual reliance between countries, often economically or politically.

A system of intermodal freight transport using standard containers to efficiently move goods.

The preoccupation of society with the acquisition of consumer goods.

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

A sense of belonging to a nation and a feeling of distinctiveness from other nations.

The supreme authority of a nation-state within its own borders.

The sharing of ideas, information, traditions, and values between cultures.

The reduction of a nation's control over its own affairs due to international agreements or globalization.

Proponents see access to diverse resources, economic growth, and cultural exchange; critics worry about loss of national identity, consumerism, and environmental damage.

Green Party focuses on environmental impact and consumerism, while Nationalists focus on loss of sovereignty and cultural identity.

Pre-WWII Europe was relatively self-sufficient; post-WWII Europe became more dependent on global trade and the U.S.

Economically, globalization increases trade and interdependence. Culturally, it leads to exchange but also concerns about homogenization.

Communication technologies facilitate the spread of ideas, while transportation technologies facilitate the movement of goods and people.

Both focus on environmental damage, but the Green Party also emphasizes consumerism and social well-being.

Economically, globalization increases trade and competition. Politically, it raises questions of national sovereignty.

Developed nations often benefit economically, while developing nations may face exploitation and environmental challenges.

Short-term effects include increased trade and cultural exchange. Long-term effects involve environmental and social changes.

National economies may experience growth, while local communities may face job displacement and cultural changes.

Cause: Loss of colonies. Effect: Increased reliance on global trade, dependence on the U.S.

Cause: Development of phones, internet, radio, television. Effect: Rapid spread of ideas and information.

Cause: Need for efficient shipping. Effect: Revolutionized global trade by providing a cheap and efficient method for transporting goods.

Cause: Concerns about environmental damage and consumerism. Effect: Advocacy for sustainable development.

Cause: Fear of loss of sovereignty and cultural identity. Effect: Resistance to global interconnectedness.

Cause: Economic and technological leadership. Effect: European dependence on U.S. technology and culture.

Cause: Globalization and increased access to goods. Effect: Environmental damage and social concerns.

Cause: Globalization and easier communication. Effect: Erosion of national identity concerns.

Cause: Technological advancements in communication and transportation. Effect: Increased interconnectedness and interdependence of countries.

Cause: Loss of colonies and rise of new global powers. Effect: Significant dependence on the rest of the world.