The things we use every day come from all over the world. Your phone might have parts from different countries, and your clothes could be made in factories thousands of miles away. Even the internet connects us across borders, linking us to people and places we may never visit. But with this connection comes responsibility. Our choices such as what we buy, how we live, and so on can affect people on the other side of the world. Watch the video below for more details.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “obsessed with” mean? “And those jeans you’re obsessed with cause they’re fierce but affordable.” Use it in a sentence.
- What does “forces” mean? “Rising forces people from their homes and so they move.” Use it in a sentence.
- What does “ignore” mean? “What you can’t do is ignore it.” Use it in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- How does globalization affect our daily lives?
- Do you think we should be more aware of where our products come from? Why or why not?
- What are some positive and negative effects of being connected to the rest of the world?
- How can we make more responsible choices as global consumers?
- In what ways do you think technology has made the world feel smaller?