Practice IB Geography Topic 5.1 Development Opportunities with authentic exam-style questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank focuses on the exact syllabus content for 5.1 Development Opportunities and mirrors Paper 1, 2, 3 style where relevant.
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Evaluate the strengths and limitations of composite indices in measuring human development.
“Cultural diffusion strengthens global understanding more than it threatens local traditions.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Evaluate the effectiveness of affirmative action in reducing inequalities between social groups.
“Globalization leads to stronger local identities rather than weaker ones.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Explain how development indicators help us understand differences in human well-being.
“Global interactions always reduce cultural diversity.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Evaluate how alternative trading networks and microfinance initiatives contribute to reducing development inequalities.
“Cultural diversity is more threatened by cultural homogenization than supported by cultural hybridity.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Examine how social entrepreneurship strategies operate at different scales to support human development.
“Cultural change from globalization is more often negotiated than imposed.”
To what extent do you agree with this statement?