Economic Backwardness in Historical Perspective

Economic Backwardness in Historical Perspective - Quiz

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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