Exercise 1:

Give two examples of global:

• Diffusion
• Distance decay
• Friction of distance

In groups examine the relative changes in the speed and capacity of one of the following types of transport responsible for the flow of goods, materials and people:

• air
• ocean
• pipeline

You will present your findings to the class, with a one page factsheet

Exercise 3:

In groups, you will write a full paper 3, which will be graded by your peers and your teacher.

• Take 5 minutes to discuss your answer and come up with a thesis statement, main arguments, counter arguments and case studies before writing
• You will have 20 minutes to write answer a)
• You will have 25 minutes to write answer b)

Answer one of the following:

1.

• a) Using examples, explain the relationship between transport innovation and reduced friction of distance. [10 marks, May 14]
• b) "All societies, wherever they are, enjoy the benefits of a shrinking world" Discuss this statement [15 marks, MS for YIS use only]

2.

• a) Analyze recent growth trends in the use of ICT for one or more countries or region you have studied. [10 marks, Nov 14]
• b) Discuss the interrelationships between global interactions and changes in technology. [15 marks, Nov 11]