Understanding Idealism in International Relations

What is one of the main challenges in defining idealism in international relations?

• It is rarely used in international politics.

• There is no commonly accepted definition.

• It is a well-established school of thought.

• It has a universally accepted meaning.

What dual premise does idealism rest upon?

• Current political arrangements are inadequate, and humans can improve them.

• Current political arrangements are adequate, and change is unnecessary.

• War and inequality are inevitable, and cannot be changed.

• International relations should focus solely on economic growth.

How does idealism propose to improve international relations?

• By eliminating war, hunger, and inequality.

• By ignoring moral values.

• By focusing on economic competition.

• By increasing military power.

How do realists typically view idealistic proposals?

• As practical and achievable.

• As naive and overly ambitious.

• As necessary for global stability.

• As irrelevant to international politics.

What is a common criticism idealists have of realists?

• Realists underestimate the potential for change.

• Realists are too optimistic.

• Realists are too focused on international law.

• Realists focus too much on moral values.