P3 Essay Plans

Page 1

Explain how and why globalization occurs. [10 marks]

Definitions:

Ambiguous words:

Page 2

Evaluate the quality of life of a named, contemporary non-globalized society [15 marks]

Definitions:

contemporary non-globalized society

Ambiguous words:

contemporary

non-globalized

Thesis: The quality of life in a contemporary non-globalized society such as that of the Amish has both beneficial aspects as negative aspects.

Social

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Environmental

Economic

Political

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Evidence-based evaluation:

Plan:

INTRO

The Amish are a contemporary non-globalized society in the North-East and North west of the United States that limit the acceptance of globalized culture based on their religious beliefs. The Bible states "be not conformed to this world." (Romans 12:2), which is why different forms of contact with the outside world is limited in the Amish society, as well as the use of technology. Descended from the religious immigrants from central and north Europe in the 16th century, the Amish have their own traditional dress and some speak a different language, Pennsylvanian dutch. The Amish culture and lifestyle have both positive and negative impacts on the quality of life in the society.

P1

On the one hand, Amish society experiences a better quality of life on the area of health.

- Examined village: Cancer rates 390 compared to 649 average

- Tobacco use is 16% lower than usual

- Rarely consume processed food, engage more in physical activity, less pollution in the rural areas they live in (no cars)

- Genetic benefits? --> all descend from original 100 settlers,

P2

On the other hand,