International Relations Terminology
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What is the main distinguishing feature of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council (P5)?

  • They have the responsibility to lead peacekeeping operations.
  • They are the only ones that can approve humanitarian interventions.
  • They have the power to veto any resolution. (correct)
  • They are elected members every 2 years.

    • What defines a peace-enforcement operation?

  • It is a strategy of armed conflict between actors with equal military capabilities.
  • It is a military operation that ensures peace among warring parties. (correct)
  • It involves deploying troops to monitor a ceasefire.
  • It is a strategy used by separatist groups to create independent states.

    • What characterizes asymmetrical warfare?

  • It involves two opposing states fighting each other directly.
  • It is an armed conflict between actors with equal military capabilities.
  • It is a military strategy in which small units attack military bases to seize territory.
  • It involves armed conflict between actors with highly unequal military capabilities. (correct)

    • What is the primary aim of a separatist actor?

    <p>To create an independent state from an existing one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the strategy of outbidding in terrorism?

    <p>Demonstrating superior capability and commitment compared to other groups with similar causes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of coercion as a strategy?

    <p>Threatening to use force to get someone to obey or change their behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does accountability refer to in the context of leadership?

    <p>Holding leaders responsible for their actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of international relations, what does the term 'bandwagoning' describe?

    <p>States aligning themselves with the stronger side in a conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) when it was formed in 1949?

    <p>To respond to the threat of the Soviet Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization replaced the League of Nations after its dissolution in 1946?

    <p>United Nations (UN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of collective security organizations like the United Nations?

    <p>Facilitating cooperation for peace and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of international relations, what does 'entrapment' refer to?

    <p>Being dragged into an unwanted war due to ally actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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