Neo-Realism and Neo-Liberalism

Question 1

The core assumption of Neorealism is that

a) Institutions are the key actors in international relations
b) Cooperation is an important feature of relations between states
c) Anarchy is a key determinant of actor behaviour
d) The importance of absolute gains outweighs that of relative gains

Answer 1

c) Anarchy is a key determinant of actor behaviour

Question 2

The core assumption of Neoliberalism is that

a) Cooperation between states is possible despite conditions of anarchy
b) The importance of relative gains outweighs that of absolute gains
c) Institutions play no effective role in international relations
d) All of the options are valid

Answer 2

a) Cooperation between states is possible despite conditions of anarchy

Question 3

For Kenneth Waltz the crucial elements of the system’s structure are

a) Its ordering principle
b) The differentiation of its units
c) The manner in which the capabilities of the units are distributed
d) All of the options listed above

Answer 3

d) All of the options listed above

Question 4

Kenneth Waltz is often seen as a Defensive Realist whereas John Mearsheimer is regarded as an Offensive Realist

a) True
b) False

Answer 4

a) Tru

Question 5

What do neo-Realism and neo-Liberalism share in common?

a) The international system is characterised by anarchic conditions
b) Cooperation is possible under conditions of systemic anarchy
c) Institutions help in facilitating relations between states
d) Free trade is key to enhancing the chances for peace in the international system

Answer 5

a) The international system is characterised by anarchic conditions