International Relations Honors: Power and Theories Quiz

Analyze the concept of soft power and determine which method best exemplifies its use in international relations.

• Using military force

• Using money to control others

• Using culture and ideas to attract others

• Using laws to punish others

Evaluate the characteristics of hard power and select the most accurate example.

• Using ideas to influence

• Using force or threats

• Using music and movies

• Using trade agreements

Based on the principles of realism, what is the primary motivation of countries in the international system?

• Countries always help each other

• Countries are selfish and want power

• Countries follow international laws

• Countries care most about human rights

Evaluate the concept of cultural power and select the best example of its use.

• Using military force

• Using trade

• Using music, movies, and traditions

• Using laws

If a country hosts a major international sports event to improve its global image, which type of power is it using?

• Hard power

• Cyber power

• Cultural power

• Economic power

When a nation imposes economic sanctions to influence another country's behavior, which form of power is being exercised?

• Soft power

• Hard power

• Cultural power

• Cyber power

If a government uses social media campaigns to shape public opinion in another country, what type of power is this?

• Hard power

• Cyber power

• Economic power

• Legal power

A country that prioritizes its own interests above all else is most closely aligned with which theory?

• Liberalism

• Realism

• Constructivism

• Feminism

Which of the following best demonstrates the use of soft power in diplomacy?

• Threatening military action

• Promoting cultural exchanges

• Imposing trade barriers

• Enforcing international law

When a nation uses its popular films and music to improve its reputation abroad, what is this an example of?

• Hard power

• Economic power

• Cultural power

• Legal power