superpowers Flashcards
1
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what is a superpower
A
a nation with the means to project its influence and power anywhere in the world and be a dominant global force
2
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what is an emerging power
A
a term used to recognise the rising economic influence on a nation which has steadily increased their presence in global affairs
3
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what is a unipolar
A
one globally dominant superpower
4
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what is bi-polar
A
two oppositely superpowers, with different ideologies but broadly equal in status
5
Q
what is multipolar
A
many broadly equal powers with regional influence but less global influence
6
Q
what is a hegemon
A
an unchallenged superpower
7
Q
what does a country need for superpower status
A
military, political, cultural influence, access to natural resources
