from the book called Cultural Landscape, The
by James M. Rubenstein answer these questions. 1. This week’s lecture discussed globalization and mentioned changes in transportation and communication technologies have allowed globalization occur. Brainstorm or perform research to explain 2 examples of transportation technologies and 2 examples of communication technologies that cause globalization to occur. (4pts)

2. One of the other key points to globalization is dependency. Countries are dependent on one another. Brainstorm or research 3 ways that countries are dependent on one another. (3pts)

3. Discuss 3 examples of early map-making. (This can be found in the book or researched online.) (3pts)

4. When earthquakes, hurricanes, or other environmental disasters occur, humans tend to “blame” nature and see themselves as innocent victims of a harsh and cruel nature. To what extent do environmental hazards stem from unpredictable nature, and to what extent do they originate from human actions? Should victims blame nature, other humans, or themselves for the disaster? Why? (This question is a critical thinking question, and the answer will not be found in the textbook. Responses for this question should be in paragraph format and provide examples/details to support your point. 10 pts)