Explain the concept of colonial division of labor and why it is important for understanding the development of underdevelopment

What will be an ideal response?


The colonial division of labor created ensured an unequal development in that non-European countries were converted into production and exporters of raw materials, at the expense of their own development. In the process dependency was created as these exported raw materials were turned into manufactured goods for consumption by the colonies.

Sociology

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The U.S. has often sponsored dictatorships and fought against democracy.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Sociology

Mark's parents grew up poor but saved and

worked hard and experienced some upward mobility, mostly through Mark who worked his way through college and landed a good job. They are an example of the __________. A) near poor B) working poor C) new poor D) old poor

Sociology

The imperial view of global governance advocates using American power to

a. Spread democratic values and the American model b. Dominate the world economy c. Bring diversity to governmental forms around the world d. Return poor countries to colonial rule

Sociology

Discuss the concept of homeschooling in contemporary America. Provide multiple reasons different individual families may choose schooling at home versus private and public choices.

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology