Why Is China Considered a Semi-Periphery Country in the World

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why is China considered a semi-periphery country in the world systems theory?

• A) China refuses to fully embrace capitalism, and so is not modernized yet.
• B) It is fully industrialized and influences the economies of nearby countries.
• C) China is only focused on extracting coal and other natural resources.
• D) It is partially industrialized, but keeps wages for labor very low.

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Definitions:

Palace At Knossos

An archaeological site on the island of Crete, considered Europe’s oldest city, and the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization.

Minotaur

The mythical beast, half man and half bull, that inhabited the labyrinth of the Minoan palace at Knossos.

Labyrinth

A complex network of paths or passages, often designed as a puzzle or maze that is challenging to navigate.

Harvesters Vase

An artifact from the Minoan civilization featuring carved scenes of sowing, harvesting, or celebrating the harvest.