6.1 Geopolitical and economic risks questions for IB Geography

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Question 1 · GEO-01745Paper 3 · 12 marks

Using examples, analyse how actual or potential global superpowers exercise geopolitical influence beyond their own borders.

12 marks

Question 2 · GEO-01754Paper 3 · 12 marks

Using examples, analyse how the distribution of global power has changed since the end of the Cold War.

12 marks

Question 3 · GEO-01756Paper 3 · 28 marks

Answer both parts of this question.

  1. (a)

    Analyse how the USA's central position in the global financial system gives it influence over other countries.

    12 marks

  2. (b)

    “Cultural influence is now more important than military strength in maintaining superpower status.” To what extent do you agree with this statement?

    16 marks

Question 4 · GEO-01761Paper 3 · 28 marks

Answer both parts of this question.

  1. (a)

    Analyse why the positions of countries on globalization indices change over time.

    12 marks

  2. (b)

    “Highly globalized countries face greater risks from global interactions than less globalized countries.” Discuss this statement.

    16 marks

Question 5 · GEO-01764Paper 3 · 28 marks

Answer both parts of this question.

  1. (a)

    Analyse how the distribution of voting power in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) reflects the global power map.

    12 marks

  2. (b)

    “The global institutions created after 1945 no longer reflect the distribution of global power.” Discuss this statement.

    16 marks

Question 6 · GEO-01781Paper 3 · 12 marks

Analyse how actions taken against the narcotics trade have changed the places and routes involved in it.

12 marks

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