Formative Quiz - Chapters 9 & 12
Chapter 9 = Global Security Structure Chapter 12 = Regionalism: Toward a More Perfect (European) Union
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Which of the following is usually not offered as an element of regionalism?
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Cooperation and shared responsibility by nation-states in a georaphic area to achieve common goals
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Success in achieving those goals requires coordinated or collective action
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There is usually a hegemon that dominates the other members of the regional group
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Regionalism can exist at below the nation-state at the local area
Correct Answer
C. There is usually a hegemon that dominates the other members of the regional groupExplanation
Regionalism refers to cooperation and shared responsibility among nation-states in a geographic area to achieve common goals. It involves coordinated or collective action to attain success. However, the presence of a hegemon, which dominates the other members of the regional group, is not a typical element of regionalism. Regionalism can exist at a local level below the nation-state, but it does not necessarily involve a dominant power within the regional group.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The 1992 Single Market initiative in the European Union sought to achieve "four freedoms" of more complete economic and political integration. Which of the following freedoms is NOT part of the Single Market program?
- A.
Free trade in goods and services
- B.
Free movement of people
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Freedom of speech and the press
- D.
Free transfer of capital
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C. Freedom of speech and the pressExplanation
The 1992 Single Market initiative in the European Union aimed to achieve four freedoms of economic and political integration. These four freedoms include free trade in goods and services, free movement of people, and free transfer of capital. However, freedom of speech and the press is not part of the Single Market program. This initiative primarily focuses on economic aspects and does not directly address issues related to freedom of speech and press.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following is NOT expected to be a result of political integration in the EU and other organizations?
- A.
Losses in political sovereignty for the member states
- B.
A democracy deficit
- C.
More control over domestic interest-groups
- D.
The improved effectiveness of regional institutions and agencies
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D. The improved effectiveness of regional institutions and agenciesExplanation
Political integration in the EU and other organizations is expected to result in several outcomes, including losses in political sovereignty for member states and a democracy deficit. It is also expected to lead to more control over domestic interest-groups. However, the improved effectiveness of regional institutions and agencies is not expected to be a result of political integration. This is because political integration often involves a complex decision-making process and compromises between member states, which can hinder the effectiveness of regional institutions and agencies.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The Maastricht Treaty is an important event in the history of the EU. The Maastricht Treaty is important because
- A.
It established the European Coal and Steel Union
- B.
It established a timetable for monetary integration
- C.
It established the CAP
- D.
It allowed Norway to enter the EU
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B. It established a timetable for monetary integrationExplanation
The Maastricht Treaty is important because it established a timetable for monetary integration. This means that it set a plan for the introduction of a single currency, the Euro, which eventually replaced national currencies in many EU member states. The establishment of a timetable provided a clear framework and goals for the economic integration of the EU, leading to increased cooperation and stability among member countries.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Membership in the EMU and adoption of the euro requires member nations to
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Sacrifice monetary policymaking autonomy
- B.
Maintain low government debt and inflation levels
- C.
Establish a central bank
- D.
All of the above
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D. All of the aboveExplanation
Membership in the EMU and adoption of the euro requires member nations to sacrifice monetary policymaking autonomy, maintain low government debt and inflation levels, and establish a central bank. This is because being a part of the EMU and using the euro as a common currency necessitates a unified monetary policy and a central authority to regulate it. Additionally, maintaining low government debt and inflation levels is crucial for the stability and credibility of the eurozone. Therefore, all of the options mentioned are necessary requirements for EMU membership and euro adoption.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The last two states to join the EU in 2007 were
- A.
Russia and India
- B.
Latvia and Estonia
- C.
Malta and Turkey
- D.
Romania and Bulgaria
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D. Romania and BulgariaExplanation
Romania and Bulgaria were the last two states to join the EU in 2007. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question. The other options, Russia and India, Latvia and Estonia, and Malta and Turkey, are incorrect as they did not join the EU in 2007.Rate this question:
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- 7.
This EU institution is made up of the heads of state and government of all member states
- A.
The ECJ
- B.
The Commission
- C.
The European Council
- D.
Council of Ministers
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C. The European CouncilExplanation
The European Council is the correct answer because it is the EU institution that consists of the heads of state and government of all member states. It is responsible for setting the overall direction and priorities of the EU, and plays a crucial role in shaping EU policies and decisions. The European Council meets regularly to discuss and make decisions on various issues, such as economic policies, foreign affairs, and EU enlargement.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Many realists argue that nuclear weapons were the greatest threat to world peace during the Cold War. Today the threat has been replaced by
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The proliferation of WMD
- B.
Terrorism
- C.
Poverty in developing nations
- D.
Debt generated by defense spending
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B. TerrorismExplanation
During the Cold War, nuclear weapons were seen as the greatest threat to world peace due to the potential for mass destruction. However, today, the threat has shifted towards terrorism. Terrorism poses a significant danger to global stability and security, as it involves the use of violence and intimidation to achieve political or ideological goals. The rise of extremist groups and their ability to carry out attacks on a global scale has made terrorism a major concern for governments and international organizations. Therefore, terrorism is considered the replacement for nuclear weapons as the primary threat to world peace in the present era.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Another name for the strategy of the United States to use its economic prowess to help order and manage its military and economic alliance with other states is often called
- A.
Containment
- B.
Hegemony on the cheap
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Multilateralism
- D.
Unilateralism
Correct Answer
D. UnilateralismExplanation
Unilateralism refers to the strategy of a country acting independently and making decisions without consulting or seeking approval from other nations. In the context of the question, the United States using its economic power to order and manage its military and economic alliance with other states aligns with the concept of unilateralism. This approach allows the United States to exert its influence and control over its alliances without being bound by the consensus or opinions of other nations.Rate this question:
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- 10.
International organizations play the biggest role in:
- A.
Developing nations that lack power and influence
- B.
Helping major powers extend their military power and influence
- C.
Emerging economies who count on them for additional resources
- D.
Weaker power within Europe who find them necessary when negotiating treaties
Correct Answer
A. Developing nations that lack power and influenceExplanation
Smells like a trick question to me.Rate this question:
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- 11.
One of the arguments for the adoption of unilateralism under the Bush Administration was:
- A.
Emerging economies were playing a greater role in the world system
- B.
UN peacekeepers were not an effective enough military force
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The amount of debt amassed by the US required an inward focus
- D.
International organizations were both ineffective and at odds with US interests
Correct Answer
D. International organizations were both ineffective and at odds with US interestsExplanation
The argument for the adoption of unilateralism under the Bush Administration was that international organizations were both ineffective and at odds with US interests. This suggests that the administration believed that relying on international organizations would not serve the best interests of the United States. They may have believed that these organizations were ineffective in achieving their goals or that their actions went against the interests and priorities of the US. Therefore, the administration favored taking unilateral actions and making decisions independently, rather than relying on international organizations.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The Bush administration's desire for US hegemony was reflected chiefly in:
- A.
Its use of PMCs in the Iraq War
- B.
Its promotion of economic liberal trade policies
- C.
Its sense of "moral crusade" against Islamic neo-fascism
- D.
Its formal declaration of empire-building
Correct Answer
C. Its sense of "moral crusade" against Islamic neo-fascismExplanation
PMCs are private military contractors. Good to know. Thanks Tiffani!
(I still think this is an evil trick question.)Rate this question:
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- 13.
According to Chalmers Johnson (and many others) the source of US imperial behavior is:
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President Obama's roots in Africa
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President George W. Bush's roots in Maine
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The military-industrial complex
- D.
A secret agreement with ex-Russian President Putin to control the price of oil in the Middle East
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C. The military-industrial complexExplanation
The correct answer is the military-industrial complex. This concept refers to the close relationship between the military establishment and the defense industry, where the economic and political interests of both sectors become intertwined. Chalmers Johnson and many others argue that this complex drives US imperial behavior, as it creates a powerful incentive for the government to engage in military interventions and maintain a strong military presence worldwide in order to sustain the defense industry and its profits. This explanation aligns with the widely accepted view that the military-industrial complex plays a significant role in shaping US foreign policy.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The Obama administration's outlook about security structure management is marked by
- A.
A continuation of Bush's unilateralism
- B.
A preference for globalization to solve issues of interdependency
- C.
Multilateralism
- D.
Acceptance and preparation for China's emergence as the next global hegemon
Correct Answer
C. MultilateralismExplanation
The correct answer is multilateralism. This means that the Obama administration believes in working together with other countries and international organizations to address security issues and manage the global security structure. This approach is in contrast to Bush's unilateralism, which focused on acting independently without seeking input or cooperation from other nations. The Obama administration also recognizes the importance of globalization in solving issues of interdependency, but the main emphasis is on multilateralism. Additionally, while the administration acknowledges China's emergence as a global power, the answer does not mention acceptance or preparation for China's hegemony.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which of the following is NOT an NGO that in some way deals with global security issues?
- A.
Red Cross
- B.
Amnesty International
- C.
The ICBL
- D.
UNDP
Correct Answer
D. UNDPExplanation
Am I the only one that was confused by the sentence structure in that question?Rate this question:
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