International Relations Theories: Power Dynamics, Conflict Prevention, and Balance Mechanisms

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Political Science - International Relations

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What is the variant of realist theory that emphasizes states should always seek opportunities to gain more power in an anarchical international system?
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What theory applies the concept of 'survival of the fittest' to human societies, often justifying imperialist expansion?
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What process involves protecting a cultural system against influences from another culture, often promoting the preservation of a nation's cultural identity?
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Which form of nineteenth-century nationalism focused on political ideologies and called for wider participation and the rule of law?
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What type of war is fought with the anticipation that an attack by the other side is imminent?
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What type of war is fought with the intention of preventing an adversary from becoming stronger in the future?
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What is the distribution of military and economic power that prevents any one nation from becoming too strong?
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What concept describes a rising power overtaking a previously dominant power, often leading to major wars?
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What is the realist perspective on a nation's ability to convert resources into power?
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What term describes the interest in or taking of land for its strategic location or products, often influenced by geography?
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What characteristic of resources is developed and/or accumulated through a unique series of events?
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What political system is headed by a dictator, calls for extreme nationalism and racism, and has no tolerance for opposition?
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What ideology combines communist ideology with nationalist sentiments?
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What is the communist theory derived from the writings of Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin, criticizing capitalism?
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What was the world organization established in 1920 to promote international cooperation and peace, proposed by President Woodrow Wilson?
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What is the view that due to history, the Constitution, and liberty, the United States is different from other nations?
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What term describes the distance between the front lines or battle sectors and key centers of population or military production?
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What policy involves remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially in political affairs?
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What ideology promotes the belief in racial superiority and justifies discriminatory policies?
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What was the non-aggression agreement between Russia and Germany, which included the division of Poland?
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What northern industrial province in China was invaded by Japan in 1931, highlighting Japan's expansionist ambitions?
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What conference brought powerful nations together to discuss limits on naval armaments, resulting in several treaties?
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What treaty, a compromise after WW1, required Germany to take full blame for the war and was rejected by the US Senate?
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