WorksheetsBM094-4-2 TIR Strategic Realism
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 23mins
Strategic Realism emerged primarily during which historical period?
World War I
Cold War
Post-Cold War
Interwar Period
Which theory did Strategic Realism evolve from?
Neorealism
Liberalism
Classical Realism
Constructivism
What major global development influenced the rise of Strategic Realism?
Economic globalization
Nuclear weapons
Colonial independence
Rise of international institutions
Strategic Realism shifts focus from human nature to what?
Cultural identity
Rational strategy
Domestic politics
Economic interdependence
Why was the shift from Classical Realism to Strategic Realism necessary?
To emphasize morality in politics
To adapt to nuclear deterrence
To promote global governance
To reduce military spending
Who is considered the father of Strategic Realism?
Kenneth Waltz
Thomas Schelling
John Mearsheimer
Henry Kissinger
Which book by Schelling is foundational to Strategic Realism?
Theory of International Politics
The Strategy of Conflict
On Escalation
Nuclear Weapons and Foreign Policy
Herman Kahn is best known for his work on:
Game theory
Escalation scenarios
Balance of power
Liberal institutionalism
Henry Kissinger contributed to Strategic Realism through:
Feminist critique
Realpolitik diplomacy
Economic interdependence theory
Structural analysis
Which concept did Schelling emphasize as more powerful than actual force?
Economic sanctions
Threat of force
Cultural influence
Military alliances
Strategic Realism assumes states act:
Emotionally
Irrationally
Rationally
Randomly
What is the primary goal of states under Strategic Realism?
Economic growth
Maximizing security
Promoting democracy
Cultural dominance
Which factor is essential for deterrence according to Strategic Realism?
Trust
Credible capability
Economic aid
Cultural exchange
Strategic Realism views international politics as:
A moral debate
A strategic game
A cultural exchange
A random process
Stability in Strategic Realism depends on:
Complete disarmament
Mutual fear of destruction
Economic interdependence
Cultural similarity
Deterrence works by making aggression:
Profitable
Unpredictable
Unacceptable
Inevitable
Direct deterrence refers to:
Protecting allies
Preventing attack on oneself
Economic sanctions
Diplomatic negotiations
Extended deterrence involves:
Protecting allies
Limiting arms
Promoting trade
Cultural diplomacy
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for deterrence?
Capability
Communication
Credibility
Cultural similarity
The Cold War is an example of deterrence through:
Economic sanctions
Nuclear balance
Cultural exchange
Diplomatic isolation
Strategic Realism uses game theory to analyze:
Domestic politics
Strategic interactions
Cultural norms
Economic trade
The Prisoner's Dilemma illustrates:
Cooperation under certainty
Arms race under mistrust
Cultural exchange
Economic interdependence
Schelling argued that international politics resembles:
A cultural dialogue
A strategic game
A moral debate
A random lottery
Rationality under uncertainty often leads to:
Peaceful cooperation
Strategic competition
Complete disarmament
Cultural integration
Which concept explains why states defect despite mutual benefits?
Security dilemma
Balance of power
Prisoner’s Dilemma
Liberal institutionalism
Strategic Realism views stability as a product of:
Cultural similarity
Credible power and restraint
Economic interdependence
Moral leadership
Which Cold War event highlighted the importance of communication?
Korean War
Cuban Missile Crisis
Vietnam War
Berlin Blockade
Strategic restraint is considered:
A weakness
A necessity
Irrelevant
A cultural norm
Unlike Classical Realism, Strategic Realism suggests peace can exist through:
Trust
Fear and calculation
Cultural exchange
Economic aid
Miscalculation in the nuclear age can lead to:
Diplomatic success
Catastrophic outcomes
Economic growth
Cultural integration
Which critique argues Strategic Realism ignores institutions?
Liberal
Marxist
Feminist
Constructivist
Constructivists criticize Strategic Realism for neglecting:
Economic structures
Cultural and identity factors
Military power
Rationality
Marxist critique focuses on:
Economic motivations
Cultural norms
Rationality
Feminist scholars argue Strategic Realism is:
Gender-neutral
Overly masculine
Economically biased
Institution-focused
Strategic Realism remains relevant for understanding:
Cultural diplomacy
Nuclear deterrence
Trade liberalization
Human rights
Strategic Realism views international politics as a series of (a) interactions.
Thomas Schelling’s book (a) is considered foundational to Strategic Realism.
The concept of (a) assured destruction underpins nuclear deterrence logic.
4. Strategic Realism assumes states act (a) to maximize security.
The Prisoner's (a) illustrates why mistrust leads to arms races despite mutual benefits.
