Political Entities and Conflicts Quiz

Know examples of countries that became divided into 2 political entities based on cultural or ideological conflicts. Examples include Korea, Ireland, Germany, and Vietnam. Types of political entities include nations, nation-states, stateless nations, multinational states, multistate nations, and autonomous and semi-autonomous regions, such as American Indian reservations, sections of a nation that have a degree of independence in several issues.

What is a "stateless nation"? What are examples of stateless nations?

What does "Balkanization" mean? What former European country does it refer to?

What is a "multinational state"? What are some examples of multinational states?

What are the potential causes & devolution? What makes a nation believe it could be viable on its own? Devolution is the delegation of power from a central government to local entities. Causes include cultural, economic, and political factors, with nations believing in independence due to unity, economic strength, stability, historical factors, and external support. Viability perceptions are subjective, shaped by historical, cultural, economic, and geopolitical factors.

What were the causes and effects of the "Berlin Conference"? What boundary type did Europeans impose on Africa?

What is UNCLOS? What is the "median line principle"?

Why would a central government allow a distinct ethnic group within their country to be an autonomous republic? Why would they create autonomous regions/territories for indigenous people?

What is a "relic boundary"?

What are Centripetal and centrifugal forces and how do they impact things on a local scale? How do they impact things on a national scale?