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BM094-4-2 TIR Strategic Realism

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 23mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Strategic Realism emerged primarily during which historical period?

a)

World War I

b)

Cold War

c)

Post-Cold War

d)

Interwar Period

2.

Which theory did Strategic Realism evolve from?

a)

Neorealism

b)

Liberalism

c)

Classical Realism

d)

Constructivism

3.

What major global development influenced the rise of Strategic Realism?

a)

Economic globalization

b)

Nuclear weapons

c)

Colonial independence

d)

Rise of international institutions

4.

Strategic Realism shifts focus from human nature to what?

a)

Cultural identity

b)

Rational strategy

c)

Domestic politics

d)

Economic interdependence

5.

Why was the shift from Classical Realism to Strategic Realism necessary?

a)

To emphasize morality in politics

b)

To adapt to nuclear deterrence

c)

To promote global governance

d)

To reduce military spending

6.

Who is considered the father of Strategic Realism?

a)

Kenneth Waltz

b)

Thomas Schelling

c)

John Mearsheimer

d)

Henry Kissinger

7.

Which book by Schelling is foundational to Strategic Realism?

a)

Theory of International Politics

b)

The Strategy of Conflict

c)

On Escalation

d)

Nuclear Weapons and Foreign Policy

8.

Herman Kahn is best known for his work on:

a)

Game theory

b)

Escalation scenarios

c)

Balance of power

d)

Liberal institutionalism

9.

Henry Kissinger contributed to Strategic Realism through:

a)

Feminist critique

b)

Realpolitik diplomacy

c)

Economic interdependence theory

d)

Structural analysis

10.

Which concept did Schelling emphasize as more powerful than actual force?

a)

Economic sanctions

b)

Threat of force

c)

Cultural influence

d)

Military alliances

11.

Strategic Realism assumes states act:

a)

Emotionally

b)

Irrationally

c)

Rationally

d)

Randomly

12.

What is the primary goal of states under Strategic Realism?

a)

Economic growth

b)

Maximizing security

c)

Promoting democracy

d)

Cultural dominance

13.

Which factor is essential for deterrence according to Strategic Realism?

a)

Trust

b)

Credible capability

c)

Economic aid

d)

Cultural exchange

14.

Strategic Realism views international politics as:

a)

A moral debate

b)

A strategic game

c)

A cultural exchange

d)

A random process

15.

Stability in Strategic Realism depends on:

a)

Complete disarmament

b)

Mutual fear of destruction

c)

Economic interdependence

d)

Cultural similarity

16.

Deterrence works by making aggression:

a)

Profitable

b)

Unpredictable

c)

Unacceptable

d)

Inevitable

17.

Direct deterrence refers to:

a)

Protecting allies

b)

Preventing attack on oneself

c)

Economic sanctions

d)

Diplomatic negotiations

18.

Extended deterrence involves:

a)

Protecting allies

b)

Limiting arms

c)

Promoting trade

d)

Cultural diplomacy

19.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for deterrence?

a)

Capability

b)

Communication

c)

Credibility

d)

Cultural similarity

20.

The Cold War is an example of deterrence through:

a)

Economic sanctions

b)

Nuclear balance

c)

Cultural exchange

d)

Diplomatic isolation

21.

Strategic Realism uses game theory to analyze:

a)

Domestic politics

b)

Strategic interactions

c)

Cultural norms

d)

Economic trade

22.

The Prisoner's Dilemma illustrates:

a)

Cooperation under certainty

b)

Arms race under mistrust

c)

Cultural exchange

d)

Economic interdependence

23.

Schelling argued that international politics resembles:

a)

A cultural dialogue

b)

A strategic game

c)

A moral debate

d)

A random lottery

24.

Rationality under uncertainty often leads to:

a)

Peaceful cooperation

b)

Strategic competition

c)

Complete disarmament

d)

Cultural integration

25.

Which concept explains why states defect despite mutual benefits?

a)

Security dilemma

b)

Balance of power

c)

Prisoner’s Dilemma

d)

Liberal institutionalism

26.

Strategic Realism views stability as a product of:

a)

Cultural similarity

b)

Credible power and restraint

c)

Economic interdependence

d)

Moral leadership

27.

Which Cold War event highlighted the importance of communication?

a)

Korean War

b)

Cuban Missile Crisis

c)

Vietnam War

d)

Berlin Blockade

28.

Strategic restraint is considered:

a)

A weakness

b)

A necessity

c)

Irrelevant

d)

A cultural norm

29.

Unlike Classical Realism, Strategic Realism suggests peace can exist through:

a)

Trust

b)

Fear and calculation

c)

Cultural exchange

d)

Economic aid

30.

Miscalculation in the nuclear age can lead to:

a)

Diplomatic success

b)

Catastrophic outcomes

c)

Economic growth

d)

Cultural integration

31.

Which critique argues Strategic Realism ignores institutions?

a)

Liberal

b)

Marxist

c)

Feminist

d)

Constructivist

32.

Constructivists criticize Strategic Realism for neglecting:

a)

Economic structures

b)

Cultural and identity factors

c)

Military power

d)

Rationality

33.

Marxist critique focuses on:

a)
Gendered power
b)

Economic motivations

c)

Cultural norms

d)

Rationality

34.

Feminist scholars argue Strategic Realism is:

a)

Gender-neutral

b)

Overly masculine

c)

Economically biased

d)

Institution-focused

35.

Strategic Realism remains relevant for understanding:

a)

Cultural diplomacy

b)

Nuclear deterrence

c)

Trade liberalization

d)

Human rights

36.

Strategic Realism views international politics as a series of (a)   interactions.

37.

Thomas Schelling’s book (a)   is considered foundational to Strategic Realism.

38.

The concept of (a)   assured destruction underpins nuclear deterrence logic.

39.

4. Strategic Realism assumes states act (a)   to maximize security.

40.

The Prisoner's (a)   illustrates why mistrust leads to arms races despite mutual benefits.