Year 9 Geography Test: Globalization

A fully structured and ready-to-use Year 9 Geography test on Globalization, designed to assess key knowledge, understanding, and extended writing skills.

Time: 60 minutes

This resource is ideal for end-of-topic assessments, mock exams, or formal classroom testing.

What’s included:

• 50-mark assessment designed for a 60-minute lesson
• 4 clearly structured sections:
• Multiple Choice (12 marks) – key concepts and terminology
• Matching (10 marks) – vocabulary and understanding
• Short Answer (18 marks) – explanation and application
• Extended Response (10 marks) – evaluative writing

Covers core topics including:

• Globalization and interdependence
• Trade, imports and exports
• Multinational corporations
• Technology and communication
• Supply chains
• Impacts of globalization (positive and negative)

Why this resource works:

• Designed to match KS3 / lower GCSE Geography expectations
• Clear progression from recall → understanding → analysis → evaluation
• Encourages extended writing and critical thinking
• Accessible for mixed-ability groups while still providing challenge
• Easy to print and use immediately in class

Perfect for:

• End-of-unit tests
• Revision assessments
• Homework or cover work
• Exam practice

Bonus
Revision sheet with key terms, key ideas and key questions included

Teacher tip:

Pair this with a mark scheme (available separately or easy to create) to provide quick, consistent feedback.