The Neorealist Debate in International Relations
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Neorealism is primarily concerned with explaining

  • the nature of the international system
  • the outcomes of state interactions (correct)
  • the behavior of individual states
  • the motivations of individual states

    • Which of the following has been a major topic of debate in international relations theory?

  • The nature of the international system (correct)
  • The motivations of individual states
  • The role of international institutions
  • The behavior of individual states

    • Neorealism does NOT aim to explain

  • the outcomes of state interactions
  • the motivations of individual states
  • the behavior of individual states in great detail (correct)
  • the range of expectations in international politics

    • The debate between neorealists and their critics has primarily focused on

    <p>the nature of the international system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kenneth Waltz, a theory of international politics can describe

    <p>the range of expectations in international politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For two decades, international relations theory has been dominated by the debate between neorealists and their various critics.

    <p>The main focus of the debate between neorealists and their critics is on the nature of the international system and its impact on outcomes such as war and peace. Some of the questions that have been discussed include whether a multipolar system generates more conflict than a bipolar one, and whether international institutions can promote international cooperation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between neorealism and other theories of international relations?

    <p>Neorealism focuses on explaining the outcomes of state interactions within a given system, while other theories may seek to explain individual state behavior in greater detail or in all cases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kenneth Waltz, what is the purpose of a theory of international politics?

    <p>According to Kenneth Waltz, a theory of international politics can describe the range of likely outcomes of state actions and interactions within a given system, and show how the range of expectations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some general assumptions made by neorealism about the motivations of individual states?

    <p>Neorealism makes general assumptions about the motivations of individual states, but does not aim to explain their behavior in great detail or in all cases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of neorealism as a theory of international politics?

    <p>Neorealism is a theory of international politics that explains the outcomes of state interactions within a given system, but does not purport to explain their behavior in great detail or in all cases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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