IR203 fun quiz

Which term refers to a system where political power is divided between a central government and subnational entities, such as states or provinces?

• Federalism

• Monarchy

• Unitarism

• Democracy

Which theory suggests that democracies are less likely to go to war with each other?

• Realism

• Neorealism

• Liberalism

• Constructivism

Which country's political system is characterized by the "Westminster model," featuring a fusion of powers between the executive and legislative branches of government?

• France

• United Kingdom

• Germany

• Japan

What Middle Eastern country has faced ongoing conflict and power struggles among various factions, including the government, Houthi rebels, and foreign interventions?

• Iraq

• Syria

• Yemen

• Afghanistan

Which country has a semi-presidential system, where both a President and a Prime Minister share executive powers?

• France

• Germany

• United States

• Canada

Which of the following is NOT a common method used in comparative politics research?

• Case studies

• Survey research

• Quantum physics

• Crossnational statistical analysis

The "resource curse" is a phenomenon often studied in comparative politics. What does it refer to?

• The overreliance on a single export commodity leading to economic instability

• The abundance of natural resources leading to political stability

• The positive impact of foreign aid on a country's development

• The efficient management of state-owned resources

In comparative politics, what term is used to describe a system where political parties and interest groups play a significant role in decision-making, and power is widely distributed?

• Totalitarianism

• Pluralism

• Oligarchy

• Populism

Which concept in comparative politics refers to the practice of granting favors, such as government jobs or contracts, in exchange for political support or financial contributions?

• Clientelism

• Populism

• Capitalism

• Liberalization

Which country's political system is characterized by a "consociational democracy," where power-sharing arrangements exist among different ethnic or religious groups?

• Australia

• South Africa

• India

• Lebanon