Economic Backwardness in Historical Perspective

Economic Backwardness in Historical Perspective - Test

1. Which country is often cited as a case of late industrialization?

A) Germany.
B) Japan.
C) Russia.
D) United States.

2. In historical terms, which region is often associated with prolonged economic backwardness?

A) East Asia.
B) North America.
C) Sub-Saharan Africa.
D) Western Europe.

3. Which historical event marked a significant shift towards industrialization for many European countries?

A) The French Revolution.
B) The Industrial Revolution.
C) The Cold War.
D) World War I.

4. Which country is often cited as an example of successful late industrialization?

A) Italy.
B) South Korea.
C) India.
D) United Kingdom.

5. What is an essential feature of 'catch-up' growth?

A) Only focusing on agriculture.
B) Rejection of foreign ideas.
C) Adoption of existing technologies.
D) Total isolation from global markets.

6. Which economic policy is likely to encourage development in backward economies?

A) Investment in education and infrastructure.
B) Reducing state involvement in the economy.
C) Maintaining high tariffs on imports.
D) Encouraging emigration of skilled workers.

7. Which approach argues that backwardness is primarily due to cultural factors?

A) Structuralism.
B) Cultural determinism.
C) Economic liberalism.
D) Historical materialism.

8. Which theory focuses on the role of institutions in economic development?

A) Classical Economics.
B) New Institutional Economics.
C) Neoclassical Economics.
D) Marxian Economics.

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