Ch. 3 Conflict Resolution Quiz

What is one way for individuals involved in a conflict to resolve their conflict?

• Litigation

• Negotiation

• Adjudication

• Arbitration

What is the role of a neutral third party in resolving conflicts?

• To create unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• To force a solution on the parties involved

• To facilitate discussions and encourage agreement

• To take sides in the conflict

What is one benefit of mediation in resolving conflicts?

• Forces parties to accept a solution

• Creates unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• Takes sides in the conflict

• Encourages parties to reach a mutually agreeable resolution

What is the International Court of Justice (ICJ) responsible for?

• Taking sides in international disputes

• Facilitating discussions between disputing countries

• Making rulings based on international law

• Forcing disputing countries to accept a decision

What caused the dispute between Singapore and Malaysia?

• Territorial claims over Pedra Branca

• Religious conflicts

• Disagreement over trade agreements

• Cultural differences

How did the ICJ help keep peace between Singapore and Malaysia?

• By taking sides with one of the countries involved in the dispute

• By allowing both sides to present their cases before passing judgment

• By creating unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• By forcing a solution on both countries

What might have happened if Malaysia and Singapore did not submit the case to ICJ?

• The dispute would have been resolved through negotiation

• The ICJ would have forced a solution on both countries

• The disagreement could escalate into an armed conflict

• The dispute would have been resolved amicably

What is the purpose of the Community Mediation Centre (CMC) in Singapore?

• To create unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• To take sides in disputes

• To force solutions on disputing parties

• To provide mediation services for social, community, and family disputes

What is the role of a mediator in the mediation process?

• To take sides in the dispute

• To create unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• To facilitate discussion and keep things calm

• To force a solution on the parties involved

What is one way for parties involved in a conflict to de-escalate the situation?

• Taking actions that worsen the situation

• Creating unwanted publicity and embarrassment

• Finding ways to resolve the conflict amicably

• Refusing to compromise