Lesson 1 - Who are the superpowers today? Flashcards
1
Q
What is a superpower?
A
A superpower is a nation with the means to project its power and influence anywhere in the world, and to be a dominant global force.
2
Q
Give some examples of superpowers today?
A
- USA
- Russia
3
Q
Give some examples of emerging superpowers?
A
- China
- India
4
Q
Give some examples of regional powers?
A
- South Africa
- Japan
- Brazil
5
Q
Give some mechanisms of hard power?
A
- Military strength
- Imposing economic sanctions against countries
6
Q
Give some mechanisms of soft power?
A
- Culture and ideology
- Using the media to promote a particular image or message
- Political influence
- Economic power
7
Q
Why does having good access to natural resources help superpowers to maintain power?
A
Having good access to natural resources means that a nation can be self-sustainable and does not have to rely on other nations to properly function.
