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What was the Rana Plaza factory collapse?

A 2013 factory collapse in Bangladesh where over 1,000 garment workers died due to unsafe conditions.

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What was the Rana Plaza factory collapse?

A 2013 factory collapse in Bangladesh where over 1,000 garment workers died due to unsafe conditions.

What is significant about protests in Urumqi, China?

Social media was used to organize protests, leading to government censorship and control over information.

What is the significance of deforestation of the Amazon Rainforest?

Represents a major environmental consequence of globalization, driven by cattle farming and resource extraction.

What is the significance of child labor in West Africa?

Highlights the exploitation of vulnerable populations in global supply chains, particularly in cocoa production.

What is Globalization?

Increased interconnectedness of the world through trade, culture, and technology.

Define Pop Culture.

Constantly changing culture driven by trends, social media, and celebrities.

Define Folk Culture.

Culture passed down through generations, rooted in tradition, and less influenced by modern trends.

What is Fair Trade?

Ensuring producers in developing countries receive a reasonable payment for their goods.

Define Sustainable Development.

Operating businesses and developing resources without harming future generations.

What is Debt Relief?

Reducing or canceling debt owed by countries to avoid economic collapse.

What is meant by 'unequal distribution of resources'?

The imbalanced allocation of resources globally, where some nations/groups benefit disproportionately.

What is 'labor exploitation'?

The mistreatment of workers, often involving unsafe conditions and low wages, to maximize profits.

Define 'cultural homogeneity'.

The reduction in cultural diversity through the popularization and diffusion of a single culture.

What are greenhouse gas emissions?

Gases released into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels, that trap heat and contribute to climate change.

What is the IMF?

International Monetary Fund, an organization that provides loans to countries but is often criticized for its conditions.

What is the World Bank?

An international financial institution that provides loans and grants to governments of low- and middle-income countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects.