GEC 8 – THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD
ACTIVITY 2: COMPARING THE GLOBAL NORTH AND THE GLOBAL SOUTH
Choose two countries: 1 from the Global North and 1 from the Global South then research and fill in the table below:
Note: Use reliable sources such as the World Bank, UNDP, or national statistics offices. List your sources at the
bottom.
Indicator Global North Country Global South Country
Country Name
Population (latest)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Gross National Income (GNI)
Human Development Index (HDI)
Life Expectancy
Literacy Rate
Access to Clean Water (%)
After filling the table, write a short paragraph comparing the two countries. Consider:
• What do the differences in indicators tell you?
• How do these differences reflect the Global North/South divide?
• What surprised you?
Where to put?: Short Bond Paper(s); Font Style – Arial Narrow; Font Size – 12
DEADLINE: OCTOBER 14, 2025
Rubrics for Scoring:
Criteria Excellent (10) Good (6) Needs Work (3)
Complete Data Table All data accurate and Mostly complete, few minor Missing or incorrect data
complete errors
Quality of Analysis Clear, insightful, well- Clear but basic insights Vague or poorly written
structured
Use of Reliable Sources 2+ credible sources cited At least 1 credible source No sources or unreliable
sources
Overall Effort & Neat, well-organized, Minor formatting issues Disorganized or hard to
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