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Questions:
1. Distinguish between the normative and empirical challenges facing conflict studies as a discipline.
2. Why are conflict and violence sometimes considered positive events?
3. What is the significance of Galtung's "ABC triangle" in conflict analysis?
4. How do kinesics and proxemics help to explain relational conflicts?
5. Distinguish between rational choice and sociological explanations of conflict.
6. How does the balance of power influence state action in potential conflict situations?
7. What is the significance of the "local turn" in contemporary peace efforts?
8. Why are superpowers increasingly losing asymmetric wars to supposedly weak states?
Answer THIS question in the form of an essay
Under what circumstances do you think peace efforts (e.g., amnesties) should outweigh the pursuit of justice? Use a past or an ongoing conflict to illustrate your response.