CH 26 Global Interdependence

global economy

Economy linking the economies of many nations

terrorism

Use of violence against people or property to force changes in societies or governments

free trade

Absence of barriers that can block trade between countries

AIDS

Acquired immune deficiency syndrome, a disease that attacks the immune system, leaving sufferers open to deadly infections

3. Which area of the world has been hardest hit by the AIDS epidemic?for human rights.

Africa has suffered most from the epidemic. The disease has had devastating impact on the populations and economies of many countries in this region.

3. What problems or challenges can cultural blending bring?

All through human history, people have faced challenges to their survival. In the 21st century, those challenges will be faced by people who are in increasing contact with one another. They have a great stake in living together in harmony

USA Patriot Act

Antiterrorism law that allowed the government certain rights to help chase and capture terrorists

1. Name three aspects of culture that have become international.

As a result of these mass media, the world's popular culture now includes elements from many different cultures. Popular culture includes music, sports,clothing styles, food, and hobbies. American television shows have become popular around the world. Broadcasts of some sporting events can reach millions of people in all corners of the globe. Music has also become international.

cyberterrorism

Attacks on information systems for political reasons

green revolution

Attempt to increase food resources worldwide

3. How did the September 11 attacks affect the way Americans looked at life?

Before September 11, many Americans thought that terrorism was something that happened in other countries. After September 11, many Americans became afraid that terrorist attacks could happen to them.

popular culture

Cultural elements—such as sports, music, movies, and clothing—that reflect a group's common background

Section 5

Cultures Blend in a Global Age

gender inequality

Difference between men and women in terms of wealth and status

political dissent

Difference of opinion over political issues

3. What environmental problems have resulted from economic growth?

Economic growth has also caused environmental problems. Burning coal and oil has polluted the air. It has also caused acid rain and contributed to global warming. The release of some chemicals into the air has weakened Earth's ozone layer. This layer of atmosphere blocksdangerous rays from the sun.

sustainable growth

Economic growth that meets current needs but conserves resources for the future

3. Why is genetic engineering an important development?

Genetic engineering enables scientists to use genes in new ways. For example, scientists can develop plants with special traits. Cloning is part of genetic engineering. It is the creation of identical copies of DNA. Cloning can be used to produce plants and animals that are identical to the existing plants and animals.

Section 2

Global Economic Development

Section 3

Global Security Issues

2. Name two events that have been important in the worldwide struggle

In 1948, the UN approved the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This declaration gives a list of rights that all people should have. In 1975, many nations signed the Helsinki Accords that also support human rights. Many groups around the world watch to see how well nations do in protecting these rights for their people

1. Give three examples of international cooperation in space.

In 1975, United States and Soviet spacecraft docked, or joined together, in space. Later, American and Soviet space missions included scientists from other countries. In the late 1990s, the United States, Russia, and 14 other nations began working together to build the International Space Station.In 1990, the United States and European countries sent the Hubble Space Telescope into orbit around the earth. This satellite sent back unprecedented images of objects in space.

1. What types of jobs are on the increase in developed nations?

In industrialized nations, or developed nations, there are more jobs in service and information industries. Manufacturing jobs began to grow more quickly in the emerging nations where wages are lower.

2. What has caused most of the terrorist activity in Africa?

In the Middle East, Palestinians and Israelis have argued for decades about land ownership. This argument has resulted in many terrorist acts.

developed nation

Industrialized nation

ozone layer

Layer of atmosphere that blocks dangerous rays from the sun

2. Name three steps that have been taken in the direction of free trade.

Many steps have been taken to put free trade in practice. In 1951, some nations in Europe joined together to create free trade. That group, now called the European Union (EU), has grown to become a powerful trading bloc. The United States, Canada, and Mexico agreed to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 1994. Another free trade zone was set up in Latin America. Similar groups are being put together in Africa and Asia. ALBA

2. How have computers changed everyday living?

Millions of people around the world use personal computers at work or at home. Many of these people are connected through the Internet, a worldwide computer network. The Internet allows people to get a great deal of information more quickly and easily than ever before.The Internet also allows people to communicate with one another.

emerging nation

Nation that is still developing industry

refugees

People who leave their country to move to another to find safety

materialism

Placing high value on owning things

cloning

Process of creating identical copies of DNA for research and other purposes

The Impact of Science and Technology

Section 1

Department of Homeland

Security Department of the U.S. government that organizesthe fight against terrorism in the United States

4. What problems can result from the global movement of people?

Some people are refugees, who leave to escape natural disasters or harsh treatment at home. Others leave for more positive reasons—the chance of a better life for themselves and their children.

International Space

Station Project, involving 16 nations, to build a huge laboratory in space

Section 4

Terrorism Case Study: September 11, 2001

1. What types of weapons do terrorists use?

Terrorists often use bombs and bullets. Some terrorist groups have used biological and chemical weapons. Attacks on information systems such as computer networks are called cyberterrorism.

4. How was aviation security increased?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered airlines to put bars on cockpit doors. These bars would help stop hijackers from getting control of planes.National Guard troops began to guard airports. Trained security officers called sky marshals were put on planes. The Aviation and Transportation Security Act was passed. It put the federal government in charge of airport security.

1. Name two specific approaches toward collective security.

The UN can also send troops as a peacekeeping force. These soldiers—who come from member nations—try to stop violence from breaking out.Treaty. The nations that signed the treaty agreed to prevent the proliferation, or spread, of nuclear weapons.

2. What Western aspects of culture have spread throughout the world?

The political power of the West has also spread Western culture to other regions. For example, English is a major world language. About 500 million people speak English as their first or second language.More people speak Mandarin Chinese. But English speakers are more widely spread throughout the world. Western clothes can be seen throughout the world. Western ideas have also influenced world thought. The Western idea of materialism—placing high value onowning things—has also spread. Some ideas have also traveled from East to West. The worlds of art and literature have become more international in recent years.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights 1948

United Nations statement of specificrights that all people should have

genetic engineering

Use of genes to develop new products and cures

Internet

Worldwide computer network

proliferation

spread