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According to Kenneth N. Waltz, what is the ordering principle of the international system?

  • Functional differentiation
  • Self-help system
  • Central authority
  • Anarchy (correct)

    • What is the fundamental feature of politics according to the power-centrism assumption?

  • Power (correct)
  • Control
  • Inequality
  • Resources

    • What is the core assumption of neorealism/structural realism?

  • States behave differently due to their diverse political ideologies
  • States behave similarly due to the constraints imposed by the international system's structure (correct)
  • States behave similarly due to their growing interdependence
  • States behave differently due to their different forms of government

    • What is the most important human group according to the groupism assumption?

    <p>Nation states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important principle of liberalism in international relations?

    <p>Freedom of the individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the core assumption of egoism according to the power-centrism assumption?

    <p>Self-interest ultimately drives political behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, which theory of International Relations emphasizes the role of power and self-interest in shaping state behavior in world politics?

    <p>Realism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to realist perspectives, how is the international system characterized?

    <p>By anarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main driving force behind state actions according to realist theories?

    <p>Power and self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do realists argue about the behavior of states in international relations?

    <p>States engage in a constant struggle for power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does realism emphasize the importance of in international relations?

    <p>The balance of power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, which theory is considered the most dominant and influential theory in the study of International Relations?

    <p>Realism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key similarity between Marxism and most varieties of feminism?

    <p>Both seek to create a social order free of inequalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Marxism, what determines human behavior and their relations with each other and their environment?

    <p>Material conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the representation of women in international relations?

    <p>Women have had limited representation in international relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is a key aspect of international relations from a Marxist perspective?

    <p>Survival, reproduction, technologies, and labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the relationship between material conditions and human actions?

    <p>Material conditions can be changed by human actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is historical materialism according to Marxism?

    <p>The theory for the development of capitalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the understanding of international relations from a feminist perspective?

    <p>Ignoring the limited representation of women in international relations is incomprehensible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to liberal international relations theory, what is the primary driver of state behavior?

    <p>Preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does liberalism view people as?

    <p>Rational and ethical beings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key principle of constructivism in international relations?

    <p>Shared understandings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Marxist and feminist approaches believe is the most significant variable for understanding social reality?

    <p>Economic class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main similarity between Marxism and feminism?

    <p>Recognition of inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does realism emphasize in shaping state behavior in world politics?

    <p>Power and self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to liberal international relations theory, what is the primary driver of state behavior?

    <p>State preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to liberalism, how does it view people?

    <p>Rational, ethical, and moral creatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does constructivism emphasize in shaping international politics?

    <p>Shared understandings and identities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to constructivist theories of international relations, how do actors behave?

    <p>Based on their identities and norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Marxist and feminist approaches believe the dominant approaches of realism and liberalism ignore?

    <p>Economic class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key principle of liberalism that emphasizes the role of international institutions and cooperation?

    <p>Global governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    International System and Theories

    • Kenneth N. Waltz identifies the ordering principle of the international system as anarchy, where no central authority governs the actions of states.
    • The fundamental feature of politics according to the power-centrism assumption is the centrality of power in determining political relationships and outcomes.
    • The core assumption of neorealism (or structural realism) is that the international system's structure influences state behavior more than individual state characteristics.
    • The groupism assumption posits that the most important human group is the state, which acts as the primary entity in international relations.

    Liberalism and State Behavior

    • The most important principle of liberalism in international relations is mutual cooperation among states to achieve common interests and benefits.
    • According to the power-centrism assumption, the core assumption of egoism is that actors are motivated by their self-interests and the desire to maximize power.
    • Realist perspectives emphasize the role of power and self-interest in shaping state behavior in world politics, arguing that conflict is an inevitable outcome of the anarchic system.
    • The international system is characterized by self-help, where states prioritize their survival and security due to the lack of a higher authority.
    • Realist theories assert that the main driving force behind state actions is the pursuit of power, shaped by national interests.
    • Realists view state behavior as competitive, with states acting primarily in pursuit of their own interests and security.

    Dominance of Theories

    • Realism is recognized as the most dominant and influential theory in the study of International Relations.
    • A key similarity between Marxism and most varieties of feminism is the focus on the structures of power and inequality in society.

    Marxism and Material Conditions

    • Marxism posits that human behavior and relations are determined by material conditions, including economic structures and resources.
    • The representation of women in international relations is often limited, as traditional theories typically marginalize their roles.
    • A key aspect of international relations from a Marxist perspective is the analysis of class struggles and exploitation as central to understanding global dynamics.
    • Historical materialism in Marxism refers to the methodology of analyzing societal developments through the lens of economic factors and class relations.
    • The relationship between material conditions and human actions is emphasized, suggesting that economic factors shape social behavior and political relations.

    Feminist Perspectives

    • From a feminist viewpoint, understanding international relations entails examining how gender influences power dynamics and state behavior.
    • Liberal international relations theory posits that cooperation, trade, and international institutions primarily drive state behavior.
    • Liberalism views people as rational individuals capable of pursuing collective goals through cooperation rather than conflict.

    Constructivism and Social Realities

    • Constructivism in international relations focuses on the social constructs and identities that shape state behavior and international norms.
    • According to constructivist theories, actors behave based on their social context, identities, and the norms of the international system.
    • Marxist and feminist approaches critique realism and liberalism for neglecting issues of power inequality and gender dynamics.
    • A key principle of liberalism is the recognition of international institutions and cooperation as essential to maintaining peace and stability in international relations.

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