Globalization

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 Globalization 

What comes to mind
when we talk about globalization?

What is globalization?

Globalization is the process whereby individual lives and local communities are affected by economic and cultural forces that operate worldwide.

What things play a part in globalization?

1. International relations
2. Economics
3. Cultural studies
4. All of the above

Which country has been at the forefront of globalization?

Is "globalization" another word for Americanization?

Yes

No

In a way

What does colonization have to do with globalization?

Today:

• You will read The thing around your neck.
• Answer questions about the text.

What elements of globalization do you see in this short story?

How can you tell from this story that Akunna accepts what life gives?

What could the fortune cookies in the story symbolize?

Mention two cultural differences between Akunna and the “he” person that cause problems or misunderstandings between them?

Why do you think the writer chose to write in the second person narrative?

What is the thing around your neck?

What parts of the story
is the most memmorable?

How does the story relate to globalization?

End of the lesson

Don't forget to read "What am I going on about?"