Realism vs Liberalism

How does Realism characterize the international system?

• As a cooperative system where states work together.

• As anarchic, with no authority superior to sovereign states.

• As a system where states prioritize economic progress over security.

• As a system where non-state actors hold the most power.

What is a fundamental difference between Realism and Liberalism in global politics?

• Realism emphasizes cooperation, Liberalism emphasizes competition.

• Realism focuses on states, Liberalism focuses on individuals.

• Realism views global affairs as characterized by competition, while Liberalism emphasizes cooperation.

• Realism prioritizes soft power, Liberalism prioritizes hard power.

What is a key argument of the Democratic Peace Theory?

• Democracies are more likely to engage in war than non-democracies.

• Liberal democracies are unlikely to go to war with each other due to shared interests and mutual benefits.

• Economic interdependence always leads to conflict between states.

• Only non-democratic states can achieve lasting peace.

What type of power does Liberalism primarily emphasize?

• Hard power, such as military force.

• Economic power through trade wars.

• Soft power, the ability to persuade and shape preferences.

• Demographic power through population growth.

From a Realist perspective, what was the primary motivation for American involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan?

• To promote altruism and democracy.

• To expand power in the region and access resources.

• To establish international institutions for cooperation.

• To reduce military spending and focus on social progress.