Superpowers

Question 1

Superpower

Answer 1

Nation with the ability to project its influence anywhere in the world and be a dominant global force.

Question 2

Hyper power

Answer 2

An unchallenged superpower that is dominant in all aspects of power.

Question 3

Blue water navy

Answer 3

One which can deploy into open ocean.

Question 4

Diplomacy

Answer 4

Negotiation and decision-making that takes place between nations as part of international relations.

Question 5

Ideology

Answer 5

A set of beliefs, values and opinions held by the majority of people in a society. These determine what is considered normal behaviour.

Question 6

Geo-strategic policies

Answer 6

Policies that attempt to meet the global and regional policy aims of a country by combining diplomacy with military.

Question 7

Cold War

Answer 7

Period of tension between USA and USSR 1945-1990.

Question 8

Colonial

Answer 8

Refers to direct control exerted over territories conquered by mainly European powers in the period 1600-1900. Ruled by force.

Question 9

Acculturation

Answer 9

Process of cultural change that takes place when two different cultures meet and interact. Transfer of a dominant cultures ideas on another.

Question 10

Imperialism

Answer 10

A relationship of political, economic or cultural control between geographical areas.

Question 11

Colonialism

Answer 11

The political ruled of a nation by another.

Question 12

Colonisation

Answer 12

The physical settling of people from a colonial power within their colony.

Question 13

Sphere of influence

Answer 13

The geographical area over which a powerful country can assert its authority.