2.2 Causes of Uneven Development

• What role do global trade and economic systems play in uneven development?

  Perpetuate economic disparities
• Strategies to promote equitable development aim to reduce disparities.


  True
• Economic policies that favor certain regions can worsen uneven development.


  True
• Why did South Korea experience rapid development?

  Effective economic planning
• What were some consequences of colonialism on African countries?

  Economic stagnation
• Colonizers built infrastructure primarily to serve their own interests
• Wars and colonialism have significantly shaped the economic and social trajectories of different regions
• Colonialism often led to the exploitation of resources and labor in colonies.


  True
• Match the factor with its impact on uneven development:

  Geography ↔️ Higher poverty rates

  Economic Policies ↔️ Unequal infrastructure investment

  Social Factors ↔️ Affect economic participation

  Historical Events ↔️ Long-lasting social consequences
• Many African countries continue to struggle with the legacy of colonialism
• Match the economic system with its impact on uneven development:

  Capitalist ↔️ Widens wealth disparities

  Socialist ↔️ May stifle economic growth

  Mixed Economy ↔️ Promotes equitable development
• Political systems and governance influence development by shaping economic policies and resource distribution
• Scandinavian countries' democratic systems ensure comprehensive social services.


  True
• Steps contributing to uneven development due to colonialism:

  1️⃣ Exploitation of resources and labor

  2️⃣ Creation of wealth disparities

  3️⃣ Economic stagnation in colonized regions
• Colonial powers often exploited the resources and labor of their colonies.


  True
• Sequence the effects of colonial disruption on local economies.

  1️⃣ Traditional systems disrupted

  2️⃣ Populations displaced

  3️⃣ Wealth concentrated among colonizers
• Global trade can contribute to uneven development by favoring certain regions or countries.
• Which country's trade policies have raised concerns about exploiting less developed economies?

  China
• What is the impact of authoritarian regimes on development?

  May suppress economic development
• Which country successfully leveraged technology to become a developed economy?

  South Korea
• Regions with abundant natural resources can leverage them for economic growth.

  True
• What is a key demographic trend in developed countries?

  Aging populations
• Developed countries have higher death rates compared to developing countries.

  False
• Order the factors contributing to uneven development from primary to secondary influence.

  1️⃣ Geography

  2️⃣ Economic Policies

  3️⃣ Social Factors

  4️⃣ Historical Events
• Colonial powers often exploited the resources and labor of their colonies, leading to the extraction of resources
• How can global trade contribute to uneven development?

  Unfair trade practices
• Scandinavian countries ensure equitable distribution of resources through their democratic systems.


  True
• What are technological advancements and innovation defined as in the context of economic development?

  Tools driving economic progress
• Which country is an example of technological success leading to economic development?

  South Korea
• What geographic factors contribute to uneven development?

  Natural resources and terrain
• Population dynamics are shaped by birth rates, death rates, and migration
• Japan's aging population is an example of a demographic trend leading to economic challenges.


  True
• Developed regions typically have high-quality healthcare that is widely accessible.

  True
• South Korea's investment in education and strategic economic policies led to rapid development.


  True
• What does uneven development refer to?

  Unequal distribution of resources
• Population dynamics and migration patterns are factors contributing to uneven development
• Uneven development stems from a combination of economic, social, and historical factors
• What role have historical events played in uneven development?

  Long-lasting social consequences
• Sub-Saharan Africa faces persistent challenges due to geographic constraints.

  True
• Wars often lead to damaged infrastructure and displacement of populations.


  True