Key Concepts of Globalisation, Gender Issues, and the American Dream

Flashcards covering essential vocabulary and definitions related to Nigeria, globalisation, gender issues, and the American Dream.

Nigeria

Most populous and economically strongest country in Africa, with around 220 million inhabitants.

Boko Haram

An Islamist terrorist group in northern Nigeria aiming to establish an independent Islamic state.

Resource extraction

The most important sector of Nigeria's economy, especially focusing on crude oil, natural gas, coal, and gold.

Globalisation

The process of increasing worldwide interdependence between individuals, societies, institutions, and states in various areas such as economy, politics, culture, and environment.

Positive aspects of globalisation

Includes the spread of cultures, international trade, economic growth, and improved local infrastructure.

Negative aspects of globalisation

Includes climate change, unequal wealth distribution, and the exacerbation of income disparities.

Utopia

A place of ideal perfection, especially in laws, government, and social conditions.

Dystopia

An imagined world/society in which people lead dehumanized and miserable lives.

Gender inequality

The belief that men and women have different rights, often resulting in unequal pay and opportunities.

American Dream

The belief that everyone in the US can achieve success through hard work, regardless of background.

Civil Rights Movement

A significant effort to achieve equal rights and end racial segregation in the United States.

Feminism

The movement toward equality for women.

Sexism

Discrimination based on someone's sex.

Transgender

People whose gender identity does not match their sex assigned at birth.

Cisgender

Individuals whose gender identity corresponds with the sex they were assigned at birth.

Non-binary

Individuals who do not identify exclusively as masculine or feminine.

Global Citizenship

The idea that one's identity transcends geography or political borders and that responsibilities are shared across societies.