International Relations Vocabulary Quiz
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What is the main difference between diplomacy and militarism?

  • Diplomacy focuses on expanding territories, while militarism focuses on isolating a country.
  • Diplomacy involves using words to solve problems, while militarism involves building up a strong military. (correct)
  • Diplomacy involves alliances, while militarism involves annexing territories.
  • Diplomacy involves taking control of other countries, while militarism involves spreading ideas through propaganda.
  • What is the key concept of communism?

  • Building up a strong military
  • Expanding territories through military force
  • Sharing a country's resources by everyone (correct)
  • Pride in one's country
  • What is the main goal of imperialism?

  • To build up a strong military
  • To form alliances with other nations
  • To control the land and people of another country without their permission (correct)
  • To isolate a country from foreign nations
  • What is the primary intention of propaganda?

    <p>To spread ideas that help or hurt an opposing cause or idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does isolationism involve?

    <p>Wanting little or nothing to do with foreign nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does yellow journalism differ from traditional journalism?

    <p>Yellow journalism involves exaggeration and sensationalism to attract attention, while traditional journalism reports news objectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to an agreement between countries to stop fighting?

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

    What is the concept where one nation controls other countries around the world?

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

    What does isolationism entail?

    <p>Avoiding involvement with foreign nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes spreading ideas to help or hurt an opposing cause?

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

    What is the meaning of nationalism?

    <p>Pride in one's country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario does one country take control of another country's land and people without permission?

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

    What is yellow journalism known for?

    <p>Exaggerating news for attention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Diplomacy vs. Militarism

    • Diplomacy involves negotiation and dialogue between countries to resolve conflicts peacefully.
    • Militarism emphasizes the use of military force and readiness to resolve disputes through warfare.

    Key Concept of Communism

    • Communism advocates for a classless society where all property is collectively owned, aiming for equal distribution of resources.

    Main Goal of Imperialism

    • Imperialism seeks to extend a nation's power and influence by acquiring territories and establishing political or economic domination over other regions.

    Primary Intention of Propaganda

    • Propaganda aims to influence public opinion and behavior, often promoting a specific political agenda or ideology.

    Isolationism

    • Isolationism is a foreign policy strategy that emphasizes avoiding involvement in international affairs or conflicts, focusing on domestic issues instead.

    Yellow Journalism vs. Traditional Journalism

    • Yellow journalism uses sensationalism and exaggeration to attract readers, prioritizing entertainment over factual accuracy, unlike traditional journalism which values objectivity and fact-checking.

    Term for Agreement to Stop Fighting

    • Armistice refers to a formal agreement between warring countries to cease hostilities, usually temporarily to negotiate peace.

    Concept of Global Control

    • Colonialism describes the practice where one nation exerts dominance over other countries, exerting political, economic, and cultural influence globally.

    Reiteration of Isolationism

    • Isolationism involves refraining from political or military alliances and engagements with other nations, promoting self-sufficiency.

    Term for Spreading Ideas

    • Propaganda also describes the deliberate spread of ideas or information to sway public perception either in favor of or against a particular cause.

    Meaning of Nationalism

    • Nationalism emphasizes the interests and culture of a specific nation, often fostering unity and pride among its citizens while prioritizing national sovereignty.

    Control Without Permission

    • Annexation occurs when one country forcibly takes land and governance over another country's territory and population, often against their will.

    Characteristics of Yellow Journalism

    • Yellow journalism is known for its sensational headlines, fictitious stories, and emotional appeals, often at the expense of accuracy and integrity in reporting.

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    Test your knowledge of key terms in international relations with this quiz. Challenge yourself to match each term with its correct definition.

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