Economic Theory

Question 1

Who proposed the economic theory of conflict?

Answer 1

Paul Collier

Question 2

What are the two motives for civil war?

Answer 2

Greed and grievance

Question 3

Grievance is…

Answer 3

Justice-seeking

Question 4

Greed is…

Answer 4

Loot-seeking and desire for private gain

Question 5

Why do most civil wars take place in poor countries?

Answer 5

Because poverty causes grievances

Question 6

Where are civil wars not likely to occur?

Answer 6

In areas where there are good job opportunities and economic outcomes

Question 7

Is the Tamil Tigers rebellion in Sri-Lanka an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 7

Grievance

Question 8

Is the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia (FARC) an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 8

Greed

Question 9

Are the M23 rebels in the DRC Congo an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 9

Greed

Question 10

Is the rebellion for diamonds in Sierra Leone an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 10

Greed

Question 11

Is the fight for environmental justice an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 11

Grievance