Globalization, Technology & Unequal Connection — Drills · Grade 8 Social Studies
Chapter: Recent History, Global Connections & CitizenshipWhat these drills covers
By the end of Globalization, Technology & Unequal Connection you should be able to:
- I can trace a supply chain.
- I can explain a historical claim using relevant evidence and acknowledge its limits.
4 questions, written answer, each with a worked explanation.
Vocabulary used: context, corroboration, interpretation, supply chain, digital divide.
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
Materials, components, design, transport, and services may come from many places. The label describes a particular classification, not every contribution.
Problem 2
Answer and explanation
It omits reliable service, affordability, skills, language, and accessibility. Effective use depends on more than owning hardware.
Problem 3
Answer and explanation
No. Repetition can follow the same origin. Independent evidence and context establish reliability, not the share count.
Problem 4
Answer and explanation
They may prioritize different outcomes or time horizons. Each should accurately describe evidence, explain trade-offs, and acknowledge relevant counterevidence.