History of Peace and Conflict: Explore the Roots of War and Peace

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary cause of the outbreak of World War I?

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Economic interdependence and free trade

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Imperialism and colonialism

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Nationalism

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Alliances and entangling alliances

Question 2

Which factor was a major cause of the outbreak of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Failure of the League of Nations

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Rise of communism in Russia

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Economic crisis of 1929

Question 3

Which event directly triggered the commencement of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Growing tensions due to European nationalism

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Advancements in weaponry

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Missed chances for diplomatic resolution

Question 4

According to the theory of realism in international relations, what is the main reason why states go to war?

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To gain power and protect their national interests

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To spread democracy and human rights

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To resolve cultural and religious differences

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To punish other states for failing to resolve conflicts

Question 5

What event is widely regarded as the primary trigger for the outbreak of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Escalating tensions between France and Germany

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Imperial expansion and competition for colonies

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Inadequate international diplomacy and arbitration

Question 6

Which philosopher was NOT a major contributor to the development of international law during the European 'Enlightenment' of the 18th century?

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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Hugo Grotius

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Immanuel Kant

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Samuel Pufendorf

Question 7

Which factor played a key role in the outbreak of the Peloponnesian War?

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Rivalry between Athens and Sparta for power in Greece

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo

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Triple Entente between Britain, France, and Russia

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Rise of Nazi Germany

Question 8

Which philosophical concept primarily influenced the development of international law during the Enlightenment?

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Natural law and reason

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Divine right of kings

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Balance of power

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Social contract theory

Question 9

Which of the following was a significant factor in the outbreak of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Growing nationalism and territorial disputes

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Breakdown of international diplomacy and alliances

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Rapid industrialization and technological advancements

Question 10

Which event is widely recognized as the immediate cause of the outbreak of World War I in 1914?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria

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Rise of nationalism and imperialism in Europe

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Failure of the League of Nations to prevent the conflict

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Economic crisis of the 1930s

Question 11

In ancient Greece, what were the main reasons for the Peloponnesian War between Sparta and Athens?

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Sparta's fear of Athens' growing power and navy

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Athens' desire to control the Delian League and expand its influence

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The assassination of Alexander the Great

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The outbreak of the Black Death

Question 12

Which factors significantly contributed to the outbreak of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Rise of nationalism in Europe

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Arms race between European powers

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Collapse of the Ottoman Empire

Question 13

Which of the following factors contributed to the outbreak of World War I?

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Imperial competition and expansionism among European nations

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria

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Diplomatic failures and communication breakdowns

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Economic downturn of the 1930s

Question 14

Which of these was a key factor in the start of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Rise of communism in Russia

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United States' entry into the war

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Signing of the Treaty of Versailles

Question 15

What event directly triggered the start of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria

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Growing nationalism and imperialism in Europe

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Formation of military alliances between European nations

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Failure of diplomacy and inability to resolve international conflicts

Question 16

What event is widely regarded as a primary cause of World War I?

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Rise of fascism in Italy

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Failure of the League of Nations

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Russian Revolution

Question 17

Which of the following is typically not considered an effective conflict resolution mechanism?

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Military intervention

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Negotiation

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Mediation

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Arbitration

Question 18

Which primary factor contributed to the escalating tensions between the superpowers during the Cold War's early stages?

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Ideological differences between communism and capitalism

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Soviet space exploration initiatives

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Territorial disputes in Southeast Asia

Question 19

Which factors contributed to the outbreak of the Peloponnesian War?

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Athenian democracy's rise

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Sparta's quest for regional power

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Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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Fall of the Roman Empire

Question 20

Which of the following is **not** a widely recognized significant consequence of World War I?

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The increased use of nuclear weapons

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The establishment of the League of Nations

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The rise of communism in Russia

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The end of the Ottoman Empire

Question 21

Which of the following was NOT a major factor in the outbreak of World War I?

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The Russian Revolution

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Imperialism

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Nationalism

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The arms race

Question 22

What were two key factors that contributed to the outbreak of World War I?

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

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The rise of nationalism

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The failure of the League of Nations

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The Russian Revolution

Question 23

How did technological innovations during the Industrial Revolution transform the nature of warfare?

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They dramatically increased the scale, destructiveness, and lethality of warfare.

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They made warfare more precise and less deadly.

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They had no significant impact on the nature of warfare.

Question 24

Which of the following is a significant obstacle encountered by peacebuilders in the post-Cold War era?

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The emergence of non-state armed groups

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The rise of global terrorism

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The increased availability of small arms and light weapons

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The decline of the nation-state

Question 25

How do climate change and environmental degradation influence the causes and dynamics of peace and conflict in the present era?

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Climate change and environmental degradation can intensify existing conflicts and trigger new ones due to increased competition for resources and land.

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Climate change and environmental degradation have no significant impact on peace and conflict.

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Climate change and environmental degradation primarily affect developing countries due to their limited resources.

Question 26

In the post-Cold War era, how have non-state actors, including international organizations, NGOs, and multinational corporations, influenced peace and conflict?

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Non-state actors have played a significant role in peacebuilding and conflict resolution, often working alongside or even replacing state efforts.

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Non-state actors have primarily contributed to peace and conflict prevention.

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Multinational corporations have consistently used their economic power to promote peace and stability in conflict-affected regions.

Question 27

How did propaganda and public opinion influence the mobilization of societies for World War I?

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Propaganda and public opinion were used to demonize the enemy and glorify war.

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Propaganda and public opinion had little impact on mobilization.

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Public opinion was unaffected by propaganda during World War I.

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Propaganda and public opinion had no role in mobilizing societies for war.

Question 28

The United Nations Security Council is primarily responsible for:

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Maintaining international peace and security

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Promoting sustainable development

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Protecting human rights

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Regulating global trade

Question 29

The concept of 'negative peace' refers to:

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The absence of overt violence

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The presence of justice, equality, and human rights

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The use of military force to maintain order

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A state of perpetual war

Question 30

The term 'peace dividend' refers to:

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The economic benefits of reallocating resources from military spending to social programs

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The psychological and social benefits of living in a peaceful society

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The financial compensation paid to victims of war

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The increased trade and investment opportunities that arise in post-conflict regions

Question 31

Identify the primary causes that contributed to the outbreak of World War II.

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The emergence of fascist ideologies in Europe

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The economic devastation caused by the Great Depression

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Japan's expansionist policies in Asia

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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of diplomacy?

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Coercion

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Negotiation

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Mediation

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Compromise

Question 33

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of diplomacy?

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Negotiation

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Coercion

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Military intervention

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Ultimatums

Question 34

The Cold War was a prolonged conflict primarily between which two superpowers?

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United States and Soviet Union

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United Kingdom and France

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China and Japan

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Germany and Italy

Question 35

Which of the following is a feature of a peace settlement that is more likely to be sustainable?

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Agreed upon through negotiation by all parties

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Imposed by a victor

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Unconditional surrender

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Punitive measures

Question 36

The concept of 'positive peace' emphasizes:

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Existence of justice and equality

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Absence of war

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Military strength

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Economic growth

Question 37

A 'peace settlement' is an agreement that:

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Formally ends a war

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Is a temporary ceasefire

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Requires a unilateral declaration of surrender

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Is solely negotiated by neutral third parties

Question 38

What was the significance of the Munich Conference of 1938?

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It temporarily appeased Nazi Germany and delayed the outbreak of World War II

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It led directly to the outbreak of World War II

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It established the United Nations

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It ended the Cold War

Question 39

Which nation bore the brunt of the harsh penalties imposed by the Treaty of Versailles that concluded World War I?

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Germany

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Austria-Hungary

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Russia

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France

Question 40

Indicate the central provision of the Kellogg-Briand Pact.

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Outlawing war as a tool for resolving international disputes

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Establishing an international court for conflict resolution

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Creating a collective security system

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Limiting the size of national armies

Question 41

State the primary objective of the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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Preventing Soviet nuclear missile deployment in Cuba

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Overthrowing the Castro regime in Cuba

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Establishing a naval blockade of Cuba

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Invading Cuba to remove Soviet missiles

Question 42

What is the primary focus of modern peacekeeping operations?

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Monitoring and verifying ceasefires

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Enforcing peace settlements

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Providing humanitarian assistance

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Disarming and demobilizing combatants

Question 43

Explain the significance of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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They provide a comprehensive framework for addressing global challenges

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They are legally binding on all UN member states

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They focus exclusively on environmental issues

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They are not relevant to peace and conflict resolution

Question 44

The Cuban Missile Crisis was a defining moment within which historical context?

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The Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union

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The Vietnam War conflict in Southeast Asia

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The Korean War hostilities between North and South Korea

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The Yugoslav Wars in the 1990s

Question 45

The term 'negative peace' refers to:

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The absence of overt conflict or warfare

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The establishment of a just and equitable society

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The transformation of societal structures to prevent future conflicts

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The use of force to maintain order and suppress dissent

Question 46

The concept of 'just war' is based on the ethical principle that:

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War can be morally justified under certain circumstances

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War is an inherent evil and should never be resorted to

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War is always necessary to protect national interests

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War should only be used as a last resort to prevent greater harm

Question 47

The United Nations Security Council is primarily responsible for:

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Maintaining international peace and security

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Promoting global economic and social development

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Protecting human rights and addressing humanitarian crises

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Providing disaster relief and emergency assistance

Question 48

Who was the leader of Nazi Germany during the Second World War?

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Adolf Hitler

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Winston Churchill

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Joseph Stalin

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

Question 49

What is the name of the peace treaty that formally ended the First World War?

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Treaty of Versailles

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Treaty of Paris

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Treaty of London

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Treaty of Rome

Question 50

Analyze the intricate relationship between economic inequalities and the outbreak of conflicts, drawing upon historical and modern examples.

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Economic inequalities and conflicts have a complex and interconnected relationship.

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Economic inequalities are the primary cause of all conflicts.

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Economic inequalities have no influence on the occurrence of conflicts.

Question 51

How did the United States' containment policy during the Cold War affect the power balance in Europe?

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Weakened Soviet influence in Eastern Europe

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Reduced tensions between the US and USSR

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Led to German reunification

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Caused the Korean War

Question 52

How did non-state actors, such as non-governmental organizations (NGOs), impact conflict and peace dynamics during the Cold War?

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NGOs played a significant role in influencing superpower policies and reducing the risks of nuclear war.

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NGOs primarily supported the Western bloc, aligning with its anti-communist stance.

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NGOs played a minor role in reducing tensions between the superpowers.

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NGOs had no meaningful impact on the Cold War, their activities having no effect on conflict and peace dynamics.

Question 53

How did nationalism influence the outbreak of World War I and World War II?

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Nationalism played a major role by uniting people and making it easier for governments to mobilize them.

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Nationalism had a minor impact, with other factors like imperialism being more significant.

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Nationalism helped prevent the wars by promoting cooperation and understanding.

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Nationalism had no significant influence on the outbreak of either war.

Question 54

The Munich Agreement of 1938 primarily aimed to:

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Appease Adolf Hitler

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Prevent war between Germany and Czechoslovakia

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Establish a permanent peace settlement in Europe

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Strengthen the League of Nations

Question 55

The Marshall Plan, which provided economic aid to Western Europe after World War II, was primarily proposed by:

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George Marshall

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Winston Churchill

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Harry Truman

Question 56

World War I marked a shift in warfare as it became the first:

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Total war, involving the mobilization of entire societies

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Global war, involving countries from multiple continents

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Nuclear war, with the use of atomic bombs

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Guerrilla war, with irregular forces fighting against regular armies

Question 57

A key concept in the theory of deterrence is:

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Mutually Assured Destruction

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Balance of Power

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Arms Control

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Crisis Management

Question 58

How did nuclear weapons impact the nature of war and the dynamics of peace and conflict in the 20th century?

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Nuclear weapons prevented major wars due to the fear of mutually assured destruction (MAD).

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Nuclear weapons prolonged the Cold War by creating a balance of terror.

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Nuclear weapons reduced the importance of conventional military forces.

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Nuclear weapons made war more likely due to a lowered threshold for their use.

Question 59

What was the primary objective of the Peace of Westphalia in 1648?

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To end the Thirty Years' War and establish a new European order

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To establish a permanent peace between France and Spain

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To create a new international organization for conflict resolution

Question 60

What was the central principle enshrined in the Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928?

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War should be renounced as an instrument of national policy

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Collective security should be strengthened

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Military spending should be reduced

Question 61

What was the primary function of the United Nations Security Council?

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To maintain international peace and security

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To promote economic development

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To resolve international disputes

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To protect human rights

Question 62

What is the primary purpose of peacekeeping operations?

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To monitor and maintain ceasefires

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To prevent genocide

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To enforce peace agreements

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To rebuild war-torn societies

Question 63

The concept of 'peacebuilding' encompasses:

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Establishing sustainable peace in post-conflict societies

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Imposing sanctions on belligerent nations

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Preventing the outbreak of war

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Punishing those responsible for war crimes

Question 64

What was the primary objective of establishing the League of Nations after World War I?

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Preventing future conflicts through collective security measures

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Establishing a global government and unifying nations

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Resolving territorial disputes and mediating international crises

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Fostering economic cooperation and promoting world trade