ISS315 spring 2012 - 1932 Words

ISS 315 GLOBAL DIVERSITY AND INTERDEPENDENCE Spring, 2012: Exam 1(Form A) IMPORTANT: This exam is the property of Center for Integrative Studies at Michigan State University. Reproduction and sale of this exam in any form is prohibited. Name: ____________________________________________ Student Number: __________________________________ Lectures Political economy and classical theories 1. Influence of politics on economics and vice versa is a definition of: A. Economics B. Politics C. Political economy D. None of the above 2. Which one of the following statements is true about classic mercantilism? A. Economy should serve the political state by maximizing its wealth and power B. Economy should†¦show more content†¦Industrialization does not have any impact on migration D. It varies from country to country 23. Japan, USA, Norway, South Korea, and Netherlands went through the same process of industrialization, urbanization, and modernization. Why are these countries so different from one another? A. Because of cultural differences B. Because of religious differences C. Because of environmental differences D. All of the above World Systems Perspective 24. Which one of the following theorists said that â€Å"foundations of dependency were laid down during 19th century Europe†? A. Karl Marx B. A.G. Frank C. Adam Smith D. Moore 25. Which one of the following nations is Capital intensive? A. France B. China C. India D. Bangladesh 26. Rwanda is a poor nation. Which one of the following reasons of under-development of Rwanda refers to Chase-Dunn? A. Colonialism B. Wars imposed by core nations C. Local environmental and social reason D. All of the above 27. According to Robert Cox, global financial organizations give out loans to poor countries. What is the real goal of these financial policies? A. Help the poor countries in their development B. Help the elites of those countries C. Help their own nations D. All of the above 28. Which one of the following characteristics refers to periphery nations? A. Urban B. Politically powerful C. Poor economy D. Stable governments 29. You watched a video on Wallenstein.