CADS 2000 – Exam 1 120 Questions & Answers (Consumer Behavior, Industrial Revolution, Globalization) 2026 Auburn University

This document contains a comprehensive set of approximately 120 exam questions and answers for CADS 2000 Exam 1 at Auburn University, focusing on consumer behavior, historical economic systems, and globalization. It covers foundational concepts such as the definition of a consumer, cultural influences on purchasing behavior, and the evolution of commerce from agrarian societies to modern consumer economies. According to the content on pages 1–3, the document begins with key definitions and early economic systems such as the Silk Road, mercantilism, and pre-industrial lifestyles. Pages 3–10 provide detailed coverage of the Industrial Revolution, including major inventions, technological advancements, and the shift from handmade to mass-produced goods, as well as the rise of retail systems like department stores and catalogs. The later sections (pages 10–15) focus on globalization, mass marketing, consumer culture, and the impact of historical events such as the Cold War, Great Depression, and World Wars on economic systems and consumer behavior. The material aligns closely with academic resources such as Consumer Behavior: Buying, Having, and Being by Michael R. Solomon and Fashion from Concept to Consumer by Gini Stephens Frings, reflecting core principles taught in consumer behavior and fashion business courses. It is highly useful for exam preparation, concept mastery, and understanding the historical and cultural context of modern consumer markets. This document is suitable for students enrolled in CADS 2000, Consumer Behavior, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Studies, or Introduction to Business courses. It is especially relevant for undergraduate students in fashion, business, marketing, and retail programs, as well as those preparing for exams focused on economic history, globalization, and consumer decision-making. It can also benefit learners seeking a deeper understanding of how historical developments shape modern consumer behavior and markets. Keywords: consumer behavior, industrial revolution, globalization, economic systems, consumer culture, mercantilism, mass marketing, retail history, cultural influence, fashion business, economic history, consumer society, trade systems, capitalism, cold war