Consequences of Globalisation (Edexcel AS Geography): Exam Questions

Exam code: 8GE0

51 mins6 questions
1
6 marks

Explain why some groups retain their cultural identity in a globalised world.

2
6 marks

Explain the costs and benefits of using local sourcing to reduce environmental concerns about globalisation.

3a
2 marks

Study Figure 1.

Bar chart showing waste recycling percentages by UK regions. East Midlands and Eastern lead with nearly 45%, London is lowest at around 30%.

Figure 1
Household waste recycling rates for English regions in 2018

Calculate the range of recycling rates for these English regions.

Show your working.

3b
3 marks

Suggest one reason recycling rates differ across England.

4
12 marks

Assess the extent to which globalisation is narrowing the development gap both within and between countries.

5
16 marks

Study Figures 12a, 12b, 12c and 12d.

Text about India's diversity; Dongria Kondh's sustainable life in Niyamgiri, Odisha; respect for nature; threats from mining, logging, and farming.

Figure 12a
Background information

A smiling woman with traditional jewellery and colourful attire, surrounded by text about the Dongria Kondh's lifestyle, agriculture, and water resources.

Figure 12b
Facts about the Dongria Kondh community

Flowchart depicting changes in the Niyamgiri Hills: aluminium refinery expansion, health food trend, deforestation by poachers, and traditional crops shift.

Figure 12c
Changes in the Niyamgiri hills

Table comparing the Dongria Kondh community, Indian government, and an aluminium TNC on land rights, development, and environmental impacts.

Figure 12d
Information about the players involved

Different players have made changes in the Niyamgiri hills.

Evaluate the extent to which tensions or conflict are inevitable for the local people.

6
6 marks

Explain how rapid globalisation has created political tension in some locations.