Q.1 Which of the following best defines globalization in the context of culture?
The spread of local traditions within a country
The integration and exchange of ideas, values, and cultural practices across the world
Isolation of societies from foreign influence
The replacement of all cultures with a single global culture
Explanation - Globalization in culture refers to the interconnectedness and exchange of cultural elements worldwide, not necessarily complete uniformity or isolation.
Correct answer is: The integration and exchange of ideas, values, and cultural practices across the world
Q.2 What is 'cultural homogenization'?
The process of local cultures resisting foreign influences
The process where distinct cultures become more similar due to global influences
The study of different cultural artifacts
The maintenance of traditional culture without change
Explanation - Cultural homogenization occurs when global cultural flows make local cultures increasingly similar, often seen in food, media, and fashion.
Correct answer is: The process where distinct cultures become more similar due to global influences
Q.3 Which of these is a positive effect of globalization on culture?
Loss of local languages
Spread of cross-cultural understanding and diversity
Cultural imperialism
Standardization of global products
Explanation - While globalization can have negative effects, it can also promote appreciation of different cultures, ideas, and practices.
Correct answer is: Spread of cross-cultural understanding and diversity
Q.4 What is 'glocalization'?
The process of global products adapting to local cultures
The process of eliminating local culture
The study of global geography
The dominance of Western culture worldwide
Explanation - Glocalization combines 'global' and 'local', showing how global ideas/products are customized to fit local cultural contexts.
Correct answer is: The process of global products adapting to local cultures
Q.5 Which sociologist is known for discussing the 'McDonaldization' of society?
Émile Durkheim
Max Weber
George Ritzer
Karl Marx
Explanation - George Ritzer coined 'McDonaldization' to describe how principles of fast-food restaurants dominate more sectors of society globally.
Correct answer is: George Ritzer
Q.6 What is a major concern regarding cultural globalization?
Promotion of linguistic diversity
Cultural imperialism
Local festivals thriving
Greater cultural participation
Explanation - Cultural imperialism refers to dominance of one culture (often Western) over others, potentially marginalizing local traditions.
Correct answer is: Cultural imperialism
Q.7 Which of these is an example of cultural hybridization?
Sushi burritos combining Japanese and Mexican cuisines
Exclusive adherence to traditional Japanese cuisine
Western media replacing local media entirely
Erasure of local festivals
Explanation - Cultural hybridization occurs when elements from multiple cultures blend to create something new, like fusion cuisine.
Correct answer is: Sushi burritos combining Japanese and Mexican cuisines
Q.8 The spread of English as a global language is an example of:
Cultural isolation
Cultural diffusion
Cultural homogenization
Cultural stagnation
Explanation - Cultural diffusion is the process by which cultural traits, such as language, spread from one society to another.
Correct answer is: Cultural diffusion
Q.9 Which term describes the resistance of local cultures to global cultural influences?
Glocalization
Cultural resistance
Cultural imperialism
Cultural assimilation
Explanation - Cultural resistance occurs when communities actively work to preserve their cultural identity against globalizing pressures.
Correct answer is: Cultural resistance
Q.10 Which of the following is NOT typically influenced by cultural globalization?
Cuisine and food habits
Fashion trends
Local weather patterns
Music and media
Explanation - Cultural globalization affects social and cultural aspects, but not natural phenomena like weather.
Correct answer is: Local weather patterns
Q.11 How has the internet affected cultural globalization?
It isolates communities from global culture
It facilitates instant sharing of cultural products worldwide
It prevents cultural hybridization
It has no significant impact
Explanation - The internet accelerates globalization by enabling rapid dissemination and exchange of cultural content across borders.
Correct answer is: It facilitates instant sharing of cultural products worldwide
Q.12 Which of the following best describes 'cultural homogenization' in media?
Local media content increasing
Global media producing similar entertainment worldwide
All media being censored
Diversity of media content increasing
Explanation - Cultural homogenization in media refers to global convergence in entertainment, e.g., Hollywood-style movies dominating multiple countries.
Correct answer is: Global media producing similar entertainment worldwide
Q.13 Which of these is an example of cultural imperialism?
Hollywood movies being popular worldwide
Local traditions being celebrated without outside influence
A local community rejecting foreign media
Fusion cuisine creation
Explanation - Cultural imperialism occurs when one dominant culture spreads widely, often overshadowing local cultures.
Correct answer is: Hollywood movies being popular worldwide
Q.14 Which of these is a challenge to maintaining cultural diversity in globalization?
Promotion of local festivals
Dominance of global media corporations
Increased cultural exchanges
Learning foreign languages
Explanation - Large global media corporations can overshadow local content, leading to reduced cultural diversity.
Correct answer is: Dominance of global media corporations
Q.15 Which concept suggests that cultures adapt foreign elements creatively rather than copying them exactly?
Cultural imperialism
Cultural hybridity
Cultural assimilation
Cultural stagnation
Explanation - Cultural hybridity refers to blending of elements from different cultures in a unique way, rather than mere imitation.
Correct answer is: Cultural hybridity
Q.16 What is a key feature of McDonaldization according to Ritzer?
Traditional rituals dominate modern societies
Efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control
Local cultural festivals increase
Isolation of communities
Explanation - Ritzer used McDonaldization to describe how efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control shape social institutions worldwide.
Correct answer is: Efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control
Q.17 Which of the following is an effect of globalization on language?
Endangered languages become more widely spoken
Dominance of certain global languages
Languages remain isolated
No new words are introduced
Explanation - Globalization often increases the dominance of languages like English, sometimes at the expense of local languages.
Correct answer is: Dominance of certain global languages
Q.18 Which is a form of cultural globalization in sports?
Traditional local games only
Global popularity of football (soccer)
Only regional competitions
Sports isolation in communities
Explanation - The global spread of sports like football exemplifies how cultural practices are shared and adopted worldwide.
Correct answer is: Global popularity of football (soccer)
Q.19 What is one criticism of cultural globalization?
It eliminates opportunities for cultural exchange
It can lead to cultural homogenization and loss of diversity
It has no effect on traditional customs
It ensures all cultures remain distinct
Explanation - Critics argue that globalization can erode unique cultural practices, leading to a more uniform global culture.
Correct answer is: It can lead to cultural homogenization and loss of diversity
Q.20 Which of the following illustrates the concept of 'cultural globalization' in fashion?
Wearing only traditional attire
International brands being worn worldwide
Rejecting all global fashion trends
No change in clothing styles
Explanation - Fashion trends spreading across countries exemplify cultural globalization through shared consumer culture.
Correct answer is: International brands being worn worldwide
Q.21 Which term describes the domination of Western cultural norms and practices globally?
Cultural hybridity
Cultural imperialism
Glocalization
Cultural resistance
Explanation - Cultural imperialism is when one dominant culture influences or replaces local cultures, often through media, products, or ideology.
Correct answer is: Cultural imperialism
Q.22 Which of these is an example of media globalization?
Local newspapers in small towns
Global streaming platforms offering content worldwide
Traditional storytelling in villages
Radio limited to one country
Explanation - Media globalization occurs when entertainment, news, and media products are accessible across national boundaries.
Correct answer is: Global streaming platforms offering content worldwide
Q.23 Which of the following is a strategy communities use to resist cultural globalization?
Rejecting all technological advancements
Promoting local languages, arts, and customs
Adopting global brands exclusively
Ignoring cultural heritage
Explanation - Communities maintain cultural identity by actively supporting their own languages, traditions, and practices against global influences.
Correct answer is: Promoting local languages, arts, and customs
Q.24 Which sociological perspective would emphasize that globalization spreads cultural values that benefit capitalist economies?
Conflict theory
Symbolic interactionism
Functionalism
Feminist theory
Explanation - Conflict theory focuses on how dominant groups (e.g., capitalist economies) impose cultural values that maintain power inequalities.
Correct answer is: Conflict theory