Perspectives on globalisation: definitions, dimensions and who benefits：练习题

Which of the following concepts describes the process where global products or ideas are modified and adapted to suit the specific needs and tastes of local communities?

Sociologists use the term cultural defence to describe a specific reaction to globalisation. Which of the following is an example of this?

Which of the following best describes the concept of cultural defence as a response to globalisation?

In the context of the globalisation of identity, which term refers to a community's attempt to protect its traditional culture from being overwhelmed by global or Western influences?

Which sociological perspective on globalisation argues that the process is creating a new, more complex world where the nation-state is changing its role rather than simply disappearing?

In the context of identity, describe the meaning of the term hybrid identity as a result of globalisation.

Briefly explain how the transformationalist perspective differs from the globalist perspective regarding the future of the nation-state.

Contrast the transformationalist perspective with the sceptic perspective regarding the impact of globalisation on the power of national governments.

(a) Compare the pluralist perspective on media control with the Marxist instrumentalist view of ownership.
(b) Explain the concept of hegemony and discuss how neo-Marxists use it to explain why certain ideas dominate media content even without direct instructions from owners.

(a) Describe the transformationalist perspective on how globalisation affects national and cultural identities.

(b) Explain the concept of ethnic revitalisation and evaluate whether it serves as an effective form of cultural defence against global influences.