The Globalised World (Edexcel IGCSE Geography): Exam Questions

Exam code: 4GE1

1 hour23 questions
1a
1 mark

Study Figure 12a which shows the continents of origin of refugees entering the USA between 1990 and 2010. 

The smallest number of refugees to the USA between 1990 and 2010 came from which continent? 

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  • Europe   

  • Asia   

  • Central and South America 

  • Africa

1b
2 marks

Describe the trend in the rate of refugees entering the USA between 1990 and 2010.

2a
1 mark

Study Figure 12a, which shows the destinations of international migrants between 1960 and 2010. 

Which area receives the most international migrants?

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  • USA

  • Europe

  • India

  • Saudi Arabia

2b
2 marks

What is the evidence that developed countries are the main destinations for international migrants? 

2c
2 marks

Suggest why some international migrants settle in a developing or emerging country. 

3
1 mark

Identify the meaning of the term international migration.

  • people who cross a regional boundary within a country 

  • people going on holiday to an overseas destination 

  • people moving across international borders 

  • people moving from the city to the countryside 

4
1 mark

Identify one main factor encouraging the rise of the global economy.

  • increasing sport 

  • overfishing

  • technology

  • intensive agriculture 

5
1 mark

Define the term push factor.

6
2 marks

Study Figure 8a. 

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Identify the two countries labelled in Figure 8a as having the highest and lowest internet speeds. 

7
1 mark

Identify the meaning of the term WTO

  • World Technology Organisation 

  • World Trade Operations 

  • World Typhoon Organisation 

  • World Trade Organisation 

8
1 mark

Define the term foreign investment

9a
1 mark

Identify an example of forced migration.

  • moving to another country for work

  • moving to another country to study

  • moving to another country due to war

  • moving to another country to be with family

9b
1 mark

Identify a pull factor for migration.

  • more job opportunities

  • more unemployment

  • lack of services

  • lack of housing

10a
1 mark

Identify an example of voluntary migration.

  • moving to another country for work

  • moving to another country to escape poverty

  • moving to another country due to war

  • moving to another country due to exploitation

10b
1 mark

Identify a push factor for migration.

  • job opportunities

  • shortage of jobs

  • better services

  • better education

11a
1 mark

Identify the correct word to complete the sentence below:

The … was established to promote free trade and fair trade between countries.

  • International Monetary Fund

  • Oxfam

  • World Bank

  • World Trade Organisation

11b
1 mark

Identify one advantage of transnational corporations (TNCs) for host countries.

  • exploitation of workers

  • infrastructure development

  • profits leak out of the country

  • environmental damage

12
1 mark

Define the term commodity chain.

13a
1 mark

Identify one reason for economic migration.

  • Go to university

  • Get married

  • Find a job

  • Retire from work

13b
1 mark

State one economic push factor leading to rural-urban migration

13c
1 mark

Define the term ‘voluntary migration’.

14
1 mark

Define the term global economy

15
2 marks

Name two global institutions that can influence the global economy.

1
4 marks

Explain two reasons why trade is important for the global economy.

2
4 marks

Outline two reasons for the rise of the global economy. 

3
4 marks

Outline two reasons for the growth of production chains.

4
4 marks

Explain two ways global institutions help countries to develop.

5
4 marks

Explain two push factors that cause people to migrate from rural areas.

1
6 marks

Study Figure 8c. 

Table showing activities driving globalisation: transport technology, communication technology, global businesses, institutions, and flexible labour force.

Assess the different factors that have enabled globalisation. 

2
6 marks

Study Figure 8c.

Table showing factors affecting the global economy: trade, TNCs, modern transport, ICT, trade blocs, and labour availability, each with icons.

Assess the factors that have contributed to a more globalised economy.

You must refer to the resource in your answer.

3
12 marks

Discuss the view:

'Trade has been the greatest driver of the global economy.'

Graph showing development aid per capita in US dollars from 1999 to 2019 for South Sudan, Somalia, Rwanda, Gambia, and Ethiopia.
World map highlighting 15 RCEP countries in blue, noting 28% of global trade, 2.2 billion population, US$26.2 trillion GDP, established 2022.

Use Figures 8b and 8c and your knowledge and understanding to support the answer.

You must refer to the resources in your answer.