Chapter 2 Self-test questions

Realism

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. What is realism?

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. Which of these are characteristics of realist theory?

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. What are the differences between 'greedy state' and 'security seeker' states?

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. Considering 'offensive' and 'defensive realism', which of these statements is not correct?

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. According to Waltz, how can a state achieve security?

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. Inefficient balancing or buckpassing by states can lead to what?

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. What is the significance of anarchy to the realist explanation of international politics?

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. Which of the following is not an advantage of cooperation between states?

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. According to motivational realism, what might inspire the behaviour of so called 'greedy states'?

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. When considering the international system from a realist perspective, which of the following statements concerning the advent of war is true?

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