Realism in International Relations Worksheet

What is the main goal of states in realism?

• Friendship

• Economic growth

• Power and security

• Culture

Realists believe the world is always...

• Peaceful

• Chaotic

• Fair

• Safe

True or False: Realists trust international organizations to keep peace.

• True

• False

Which of these is a key idea in realism?

• Cooperation

• Equality

• National interest

• Global citizenship

In realism, states compete mainly for...

• Fame

• Power

• Knowledge

• Resources only

Realism assumes all states have the same amount of power.

• True

• False

Who is known as a key realist thinker?

• John Locke

• Woodrow Wilson

• Niccolò Machiavelli

• Nelson Mandela

What do realists say about human nature?

• People are naturally kind

• People love to help

• People are selfish

• People always follow rules

According to realism, peace happens when...

• Everyone is friends

• A strong state keeps others in check

• The UN intervenes

• Trade increases

Realism supports world government.

• True

• False