Quiz on Kenneth Neal Waltz and Neorealism

What is the main contribution of Kenneth Waltz to political science?

• Creation of neorealism

• Development of liberalism

• Introduction of constructivism

• Advancement of Marxism

Which of the following is NOT one of the three levels of analysis proposed by Waltz?

• International structure

• Internal state factors

• Human nature

• Global governance

What does the term 'anarchy' refer to in Waltz's theory?

• A state of chaos

• Existence of a world government

• Presence of multiple governments

• Absence of a central authority

In which year did Kenneth Waltz publish 'Theory of International Politics'?

• 1980

• 1975

• 1985

• 1979

Which configuration of power does Waltz argue is the most stable?

• Multipolarity

• Tripolarity

• Bipolarity

• Unipolarity

What is one of the main characteristics of Waltz's neorealism?

• Role of economic factors

• Importance of state survival

• Emphasis on international institutions

• Focus on individual leaders

Which of the following authors was influenced by Kenneth Waltz?

• Hannah Arendt

• Friedrich Hayek

• Max Weber

• John Mearsheimer

What does Waltz argue about the nature of states in the international system?

• They are primarily driven by economic interests

• They are irrational actors

• They are unitary and rational actors

• They are influenced by global norms

Which of the following works is authored by Kenneth Waltz?

• The End of History

• The Clash of Civilizations

• The World is Flat

• The Man, the State, and War

What does Waltz believe is the primary cause of war?

• Human aggression

• Anarchy in the international system

• Economic competition

• Cultural differences