Global Relations Quiz

What is the major premise regarding the underdevelopment of certain states/peoples in global relations?

• All states/peoples have equal representation in global politics

• Underdevelopment is a myth created by certain states

• It is a reality that certain states/peoples lack representation in global political processes

• There is no underdevelopment in any state

Which major lens in international relations emphasizes the imbalances of aggregate economics and political power between states?

• Marxism

• Realism

• Liberalism

• Constructivism

What does the philosophy of constructivism emphasize in learning?

• Memorization of facts

• Repetition of information

• Reflection on experiences to construct understanding

• Ignoring personal experiences

According to Marxism, what is the central economic base that influences or determines political life?

• Religion

• Nationalism

• Private property

• Means of production

What do postmodernists believe about truth and individual determination?

• Truth is irrelevant

• Truth is absolute and universal

• Truth is relative and determined by each individual

• Truth is dictated by the government

What is the main focus of liberalism in terms of government control?

• Government should dictate prices, rents, and wages

• Government should control all aspects of citizens' lives

• Government should promote free enterprise and individual liberty

• Government should restrict freedom of choice

Which lens in international relations emphasizes dealing with the way things are without pretending otherwise?

• Liberalism

• Realism

• Marxism

• Constructivism

What is the primary aim of a representative government according to the political concept of liberalism?

• Control of all citizens' choices

• Elimination of free enterprise

• Preservation of individual liberty

• Promotion of government dictatorship

What does realism emphasize in terms of viewing the world?

• Accepting things as they are and not pretending otherwise

• Creating an idealistic view of the world

• Ignoring reality and living in a fantasy

• Rejecting all facts and truths

What is the system of economic, social, and political philosophy based on ideas that view social change in terms of economic factors?

• Postmodernism

• Marxism

• Liberalism

• Constructivism