Question 1

One important feature of a peacekeeping force is that they are

Accepted Answer

Peacekeeping forces are meant to be neutral and impartial, and thus, they are usually lightly armed. Their primary responsibility is to maintain peace and order, protect civilians, and monitor compliance with ceasefire agreements. Heavy weaponry or the authority to attack could send the wrong message and escalate the conflict, making peacekeeping efforts more difficult. Additionally, taking sides in a conflict would compromise their neutrality and impartiality, which could undermine their effectiveness in preventing violence and promoting peace.

Question 2

According to the table included in the chapter, the majority of UN peacekeeping missions since 1990 have been located on which continent?

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The table included in the chapter shows that 70% of UN peacekeeping missions since 1990 have been located in Africa.

Question 3

The 1922 Washington Naval Agreement

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The 1922 Washington Naval Agreement was an early arms control agreement between the major naval powers of the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Japan. It aimed to limit the arms race and prevent an escalation of military tension.

Question 4

The campaign to ban land mines has been pushed forward mainly by which international actor?

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Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) have been the primary drivers behind the campaign to ban land mines, exemplified by the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), which played a significant role in the establishment of the Mine Ban Treaty (Ottawa Treaty) in 1997.

Question 5

Ultimately, the long-term objective of a peacekeeping mission is to

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The long-term objective of a peacekeeping mission is to provide stability in order to facilitate peaceful negotiations. The ultimate goal is to establish lasting peace between the warring parties, and maintaining a permanent buffer zone (A) or creating a zone of collective security (D) may be part of that process, but the primary objective is to create a stable environment for peaceful negotiations to take place. Offering a short-term ceasefire (C) may be a part of the initial stages of a peacekeeping mission, but it is not the ultimate objective.

Question 6

The use of poison gas in war was banned by

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The Geneva Protocol of 1925 banned the use of chemical and biological weapons in war.

Question 7

What does this chapter conclude about the causes of war and the methods for avoiding war? What appear to be the primary causes of war and methods for avoiding war?

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Question 8

The doctrine that calls on other states to join together to counter an act of aggression committed by another state is called

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The doctrine that calls on other states to join together to counter an act of aggression committed by another state is known as collective security. It is a principle used to maintain international peace and security by bringing nations together to cooperate against any state that threatens global security. The other options, such as balance of power, hegemonic stability, and multipolar system, refer to different theories and concepts in international relations.

Question 9

Placing a military force physically in the territory between the two warring sides is a feature of

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Peacekeeping involves placing a neutral military force in a conflict zone with the goal of maintaining peace and stability between opposing sides.

Question 10

This chapter puts forth the levels of analysis in order to understand conflict. Provide examples from each level of analysis that explains international conflict. Which level of analysis do you find most convincing?

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Question 11

What are the primary objectives of arms control? What are some examples of arms control treaties? What is the argument held by skeptics of arms control? Which viewpoint do you accept?

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Question 12

Peace enforcement is different from peacekeeping in that peace enforcement

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Peace enforcement involves the use of military force to actively intervene in a conflict and restore peace, even if it means using force against one or both sides of the conflict. This is different from peacekeeping, where troops are deployed to monitor a ceasefire or peace agreement and maintain a peaceful environment, but are not authorized to actively intervene in the conflict. Peace enforcement may not require the consent of conflicting parties as it involves the use of force.

Question 13

Collective security is likely to fail when

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The answer of Collective security is likely to fail when
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Question 14

"Second-generation peacekeeping" emerged to deal with crises in places such as

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Second-generation peacekeeping, which involves a more robust and proactive approach, emerged in the 1990s in response to conflicts in Somalia, Cambodia, and the former Yugoslavia.

Question 15

Arms control is particularly useful

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Question 16

Which arms control treaty led to the restriction on states without nuclear weapons from obtaining them?

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The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is the arms control treaty that led to the restriction on states without nuclear weapons from obtaining them. The treaty was opened for signature in 1968 and has been ratified by 190 countries. The treaty aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and weapons technology while promoting the use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. The treaty has three main pillars: non-proliferation, disarmament, and the peaceful use of nuclear technology. Non-nuclear-weapon states that sign the treaty commit not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons, while nuclear-weapon states commit to disarmament and negotiate in good faith to achieve nuclear disarmament.

Question 17

Liberals claim that free trade reduces the probability of conflict. Why would an increase in free trade lessen the likelihood of conflict? What evidence can you discuss that supports this claim?

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The answer of Liberals claim that free trade reduces the...

Question 18

In order for peacekeeping troops to enter a zone of conflict, those troops

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Peacekeeping troops can only enter a conflict zone with the consent of both warring parties. This is because peacekeeping is a voluntary activity and the UN cannot force any party to accept peacekeepers without their consent.

Question 19

Misperception is considered to be a significant cause of war. What are some ways in which individuals and leaders could avoid misperception which, in turn, should help to avoid conflict?

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Question 20

The United States uses land mines

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The use of land mines by the United States is primarily to help defend South Korea from a possible invasion by North Korea.

Quiz 8: International Insecurity and the Causes of War and Peace