What is the most essential characteristic of a state?

• A large population

• Sovereignty

• A strong military

• A democratic government

Which of the following is NOT one of the four elements of a state?

• Government

• Military

• Population

• Sovereignty

What does the 'territory' of a state include?

• Only land and air

• Only land and sea

• Land, airspace, sea, and underground resources

• Only underground and sea

Under international law, how far do a state's territorial waters extend from the coastline?

• 6 nautical miles

• 24 nautical miles

• 12 nautical miles

• 50 nautical miles

Which example best illustrates state control over underground resources?

• U.S. regulating air traffic

• Malaysia’s Parliament passing a law

• Saudi Arabia managing its oil reserves

• Malaysia joining the UN

How is citizenship obtained under Jus Soli?

• By completing the naturalization process

• By being born within the state’s territory

• By having parents from the state

• By living in the state for 10 years

Malaysia follows which type of citizenship principle?

• Jus Soli

• Jus Sanguinis

• Naturalization only

• None of the above

Which branch of government is responsible for implementing laws?

• Executive

• Legislature

• Judiciary

• Parliament

What is an example of internal sovereignty?

• Signing international treaties

• Regulating national elections

• Having embassies in other countries

• Being part of the UN

What function of the state is served by building hospitals and roads?

• Economic growth

• Security

• Infrastructure development

• Protection of religion