Question 1

War is often said to be rooted in multiple sources located at various levels of analysis. Select two levels of analysis (individual, state, or global) and compare the contributions that theories at each level have made to our understanding of the causes of war.

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Question 2

John Foster Dulles noted that "The easiest and quickest cure of internal dissension is to portray danger from abroad." What did he mean by this? Do you agree? Cite historical examples that demonstrate your opinion.

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Question 3

Failed states are often considered a problem to the entire world, as tumultuous failed states provide places for terrorists or transnational criminals to hide or host operations.
(a) What is the role of the United States in preventing or aiding potential failed states?
(b) What is the role of the international community and international organizations such as the United Nations?

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Question 4

Economic conditions have historically been both a cause of war, both interstate and civil, and a cause of peace.
(a) What are economic factors that lead to war?
(b) What are economic factors that facilitate peace?

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Question 5

Reducing the incidence and effectiveness of terrorism while maintaining civil liberties will be difficult because

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All three statements are true and contribute to the difficulty of reducing the incidence and effectiveness of terrorism while maintaining civil liberties. The globalized world allows for easier communication and travel, making it easier for terrorists to coordinate attacks. The possibility of terrorists obtaining weapons of mass destruction creates a new level of danger. Failed states can offer safe havens and training grounds for terrorist groups. Balancing the need for security with the preservation of civil liberties is a delicate and challenging task.

Question 6

We tend to dismiss "world peace" as a Miss America contestant's answer, but is world peace something that could be achieved in the future?
(a) What is the role of pacifism and non-violence in achieving a more peaceful world?  (b) In a globalized economy such as ours, could economic and financial sanctions replace military action as a way to resolve conflicts? Why or why not?

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Question 7

Which of the following is NOT considered a motive for terrorist groups?

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Financial gain is not typically considered a motive for terrorist groups, as they are often driven by political, ideological, or religious goals. However, terrorist groups may use criminal activities such as extortion or drug trafficking to fund their operations.

Question 8

The September 11 terrorist attacks exposed what new feature of terrorism?

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The September 11 terrorist attacks showed that terrorists were seeking not only to coerce changes in enemies' policies but also to kill many people, as evidenced by the high number of casualties from the attacks. While terrorists may also seek to spread their religious or political messages, the primary feature that was exposed by the attacks was the willingness to kill large numbers of people to achieve their objectives.

Question 9

The 2013 Global Peace Index found the greatest gains in peacefulness in the _____ region.

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According to the 2013 Global Peace Index, the greatest gains in peacefulness were found in the Asia-Pacific region.

Question 10

Terrorism is

Accepted Answer

All of the options are true. Terrorism is a tactic used by different groups or states to achieve political or social objectives when they face a much more powerful opponent. It can be used by diverse groups and not just limited to one ideology or religion.

Quiz 7: The Threat of Armed Conflict to the World