1. International Relations (IR) is primarily concerned with the study of:
A) Political ideologies within nation-states
B) Interactions between states and other global actors
C) Economic policies of multinational corporations
D) Cultural exchanges between different societies
Answer: B) Interactions between states and other global actors

2. The concept of “state sovereignty” refers to:
A) The authority of a state to govern its own territory and population
B) The promotion of democratic values globally
C) Economic independence from international institutions
D) The use of military force to assert dominance in global politics
Answer: A) The authority of a state to govern its own territory and population

3. Which theory in International Relations emphasizes the role of power and military capabilities in shaping state behavior?
A) Realism
B) Liberalism
C) Constructivism
D) Marxism
Answer: A) Realism

4. The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, is an example of:
A) Collective security
B) Balance of power
C) International law
D) Diplomatic negotiation
Answer: D) Diplomatic negotiation

5. The concept of “balance of power” in IR refers to:
A) The distribution of power among states to prevent any one from dominating others
B) Military alliances formed to counter global threats
C) Economic cooperation between developed and developing nations
D) The promotion of democratic norms and values globally
Answer: A) The distribution of power among states to prevent any one from dominating others

6. Which international organization is responsible for maintaining international peace and security?
A) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B) World Trade Organization (WTO)
C) United Nations (UN)
D) World Health Organization (WHO)
Answer: C) United Nations (UN)

7. The concept of “soft power” in IR refers to:
A) Military capabilities of a state
B) Economic influence and trade relations
C) Cultural attractiveness and diplomatic influence
D) Coercive diplomacy and sanctions
Answer: C) Cultural attractiveness and diplomatic influence

8. The theory of “economic interdependence” suggests that:
A) States are primarily motivated by national interests
B) Economic ties between states reduce the likelihood of conflict
C) Military alliances are essential for global stability
D) Power transitions lead to geopolitical instability
Answer: B) Economic ties between states reduce the likelihood of conflict

9. The concept of “human security” in IR focuses on:
A) Military defense and national security
B) Economic development and poverty reduction
C) Protection of individuals from violence and threats
D) Environmental sustainability and resource management
Answer: C) Protection of individuals from violence and threats

10. Which theory in IR emphasizes the importance of international institutions and cooperation in promoting peace and stability?
A) Realism
B) Liberalism
C) Marxism
D) Constructivism
Answer: B) Liberalism

11. The concept of “globalization” in IR refers to:
A) The spread of democratic values and norms worldwide
B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders
C) Military alliances to counter terrorism
D) The promotion of human rights in international law
Answer: B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders

12. The principle of “responsibility to protect” (R2P) in IR refers to:
A) The duty of states to intervene militarily in humanitarian crises
B) Economic sanctions imposed on rogue states
C) The promotion of democracy through international institutions
D) The protection of civilians from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity
Answer: D) The protection of civilians from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity

13. The concept of “hard power” in IR refers to:
A) Military force and coercion
B) Economic aid and development assistance
C) Cultural diplomacy and public relations
D) International legal frameworks and treaties
Answer: A) Military force and coercion

14. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is an example of:
A) Economic integration
B) Collective security alliance
C) International development organization
D) Non-governmental organization (NGO)
Answer: B) Collective security alliance

15. The concept of “neorealism” in IR, also known as structural realism, emphasizes:
A) The distribution of power among states in the international system
B) Economic cooperation and integration
C) Cultural diversity and global citizenship
D) Diplomatic negotiations and conflict resolution
Answer: A) The distribution of power among states in the international system

16. The concept of “international law” in IR refers to:
A) The legal system governing states’ interactions and responsibilities
B) Economic regulations imposed by international financial institutions
C) Military doctrines and strategies for global security
D) Cultural norms and practices in diplomatic relations
Answer: A) The legal system governing states’ interactions and responsibilities

17. Which international organization focuses on economic development and poverty reduction worldwide?
A) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B) World Bank
C) United Nations Security Council (UNSC)
D) World Trade Organization (WTO)
Answer: B) World Bank

18. The concept of “economic sanctions” in IR refers to:
A) Military actions taken against a rogue state
B) Diplomatic measures to promote peace and stability
C) Economic penalties imposed on a state to change its behavior
D) Cultural exchanges and international trade agreements
Answer: C) Economic penalties imposed on a state to change its behavior

19. Which theory in IR argues that states cooperate to achieve common interests and goals?
A) Realism
B) Liberalism
C) Marxism
D) Constructivism
Answer: B) Liberalism

20. The concept of “multipolarity” in IR refers to:
A) The dominance of one superpower in the international system
B) The distribution of power among several major states
C) Economic integration across multiple continents
D) Cultural diversity within international organizations
Answer: B) The distribution of power among several major states

21. The concept of “non-state actors” in IR refers to:
A) International organizations like the United Nations
B) Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multinational corporations (MNCs)
C) Military alliances such as NATO
D) Regional trade blocs and economic unions
Answer: B) Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multinational corporations (MNCs)

22. The concept of “preventive diplomacy” in IR refers to:
A) Military interventions to restore peace in conflict zones
B) Diplomatic efforts to prevent disputes from escalating into conflicts
C) Economic sanctions imposed on rogue states
D) Cultural exchanges to promote mutual understanding
Answer: B) Diplomatic efforts to prevent disputes from escalating into conflicts

23. The concept of “regime theory” in IR refers to:
A) The study of authoritarian regimes in international politics
B) Institutional arrangements and norms that govern state interactions in specific issue areas
C) The promotion of democratic governance worldwide
D) The use of military alliances to maintain global stability
Answer: B) Institutional arrangements and norms that govern state interactions in specific issue areas

24. The concept of “global governance” in IR refers to:
A) The authority of international organizations to enforce laws and regulations
B) Economic policies imposed by powerful states on weaker economies
C) Military strategies to combat terrorism and extremism
D) Cultural exchanges and diplomatic relations between states
Answer: A) The authority of international organizations to enforce laws and regulations

25. The concept of “transnationalism” in IR refers to:
A) The spread of democratic values and norms worldwide
B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders
C) Military alliances to counter global threats
D) The promotion of human rights in international law
Answer: B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders

26. The concept of “humanitarian intervention” in IR refers to:
A) Military actions to protect civilians from mass atrocities
B) Economic aid and development assistance to conflict zones
C) Diplomatic negotiations to resolve international disputes
D) Cultural exchanges and public diplomacy initiatives
Answer: A) Military actions to protect civilians from mass atrocities

27. The concept of “public diplomacy” in IR refers to:
A) Military strategies and defense alliances
B) Cultural exchanges and international broadcasting
C) Economic sanctions and trade agreements
D) Diplomatic negotiations and peace treaties
Answer: B) Cultural exchanges and international broadcasting

28. The concept of “international regimes” in IR refers to:
A) Rules, norms, and procedures that govern international relations in specific issue areas
B) Military alliances formed to counter global threats
C) Economic blocs and trade agreements between states
D) Cultural organizations and global initiatives
Answer: A) Rules, norms, and procedures that govern international relations in specific issue areas

29. Which theory in IR emphasizes the role of ideas, beliefs, and identities in shaping state behavior?
A) Realism
B) Liberalism
C) Constructivism
D) Marxism
Answer: C) Constructivism

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