Question 1

Compare and contrast the roles and powers of the United Nations' General Assembly and Security Council? Which aspects of the two bodies do you believe deserve augmenting? Why?

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Question 2

Why do those who are skeptical of the demise of the Westphalian system believe that it will endure?

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The Westphalian system is based on the principle of state sovereignty, where states have the ultimate authority within their territories. Skeptics believe it will endure because states maintain sovereignty and a monopoly on the use of force, which international organizations cannot match.

Question 3

What impact do transnational corporations have on a country's level of development? Discuss both sides of the argument and where most scholars stand today. What implications might these finding have for the future?

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Question 4

What is true of most governments today?

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Most governments today tend to welcome the arrival of transnational corporations into their country because these corporations can bring in significant investment, create jobs, and foster economic development.

Question 5

Discuss the historical evolution of the European Union. What were the main motivating factors behind the creation and growth of the European Union?

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Question 6

Today, nineteen of the EU's twenty-seven members are members of the euro zone. Discuss the evolution of the European common currency. What are the advantages and disadvantages for a country to adopt the euro?

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Question 7

Is the EU replicable? In other words, do you think that similar groupings of countries would have similar results? Please discuss economic, political, and other aspects of integration and give examples to support your claims.

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Question 8

While the size of the state sphere has stayed constant or diminished, the size of the nonstate sphere has increased dramatically. This has caused some to argue which of the following?

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The increase in the nonstate sphere while the state sphere remains constant or diminishes suggests a shift in the traditional Westphalian state system, which is based on the sovereignty of nation-states. This could indicate a transformation or reevaluation of the state system rather than states losing interest in power, military power becoming unimportant, or states willingly ceding power to international organizations.

Question 9

What is one of the major concerns regarding the political impact of transnational corporations?

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Transnational corporations can have significant influence over smaller economies and can operate across borders in ways that challenge or bypass the regulatory frameworks of individual countries, thus potentially eroding state sovereignty.

Question 10

How are transnational advocacy networks able to influence governments? Provide at least three methods of influence. Give examples to illustrate your views.

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Question 11

Why was one early transnational actor, the Hudson Bay Company, was first established?

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The Hudson Bay Company was established primarily to exploit the growing demand for fur in Europe, particularly beaver fur, which was highly valued for hat making and other fashion purposes.

Question 12

What are the primary challenges facing the European Union? Will the EU continue to widen and deepen its structure and functions? Or will more member states follow the United Kingdom in leaving?

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Question 13

Which organizations organize across national boundaries to pursue political, social, or cultural goals?

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Question 14

Which of the following is a crucial difference between domestic and transnational lobbying?

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Transnational lobbying allows for the use of resources across borders, potentially giving such groups more influence, especially in countries with fewer resources. This contrasts with domestic lobbying, which is confined within a country's borders. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they inaccurately characterize the scope and influence of domestic versus transnational lobbying.

Question 15

The process of forcing foreign companies to sell their investments for less than they are worth is known as which of the following?

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Question 16

Many transnational advocacy networks perform a function that identifies and publicizes government shortcomings so that others can promote accountability. What is this function known as?

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Being a watchdog involves monitoring and reporting on the activities of governments or organizations, often to ensure they are acting in the public interest or adhering to certain standards, which aligns with the function described.

Question 17

What is the main difference between foreign companies that invest in "portfolio investments" and those that invest in "brick and mortar" investments?

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Portfolio investments are typically more liquid and can be sold or moved more easily than investments in physical assets, such as buildings or factories, which are inherent to "brick and mortar" investments.

Question 18

Which of the following international organizations is a transnational advocacy network?

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Human Rights Watch is a transnational advocacy network focused on human rights issues around the world, unlike the other options which are either governmental organizations, ASEAN, or corporations, Boeing and Gazprom.

Question 19

Why might foreign governments be more likely to work with transnational advocacy networks (TANs)than with other governments?

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Foreign governments might be more likely to work with transnational advocacy networks (TANs) because they perceive TANs as being neutral in the conflict. This neutrality can make TANs more approachable and trustworthy partners in negotiations or in the implementation of programs, as they are seen as less likely to have a hidden agenda compared to other governments.

Question 20

What are the main defining characteristics of international governmental organizations (IGOs)and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs)? How are they different? In what ways are they similar?

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Quiz 7: International Organizations and Transnational Actors