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Chapter 5
Identify categories of critiques discussed in the text about the viability of the democratic peace theory. What do they entail? Do you agree or disagree with these critiques?
Most people accept the idea that the United States should help countries become democratic. What would be the best policies in order to achieve this? Do you favor or support the expansion of democracies around the world through military intervention
Examine how various media outlets may influence foreign policy and public opinion. Provide examples to support your arguments.
Chapter 6
What is cognitive dissonance? What problems can it cause in decision making?
What are the lessons of history that our generation can learn in order to avoid conflicts in the future?
One version of the rational action model of decision making is expected utility theory. Examine the major tenets of this theory. How are payoffs and probability handled by proponents of this theory?
Chapter 8
Liberals claim that free trade reduces the probability of conflict. Why would an increase in free trade lessen the likelihood of conflict? What evidence can you discuss that supports this claim?
Misperception is considered to be a significant cause of war. What are some ways in which individuals and leaders could avoid misperception which, in turn, should help to avoid conflict
How are the causes of civil wars and contentious politics different from the causes of interstate warfare? Use examples discussed in the text to highlight your differences.
Chapter 9
Describe the security dilemma. What are some modern day examples of this dilemma in action?
Will nuclear weapons make the world more or less safe? Explain the arguments on either side of this debate.
List out and briefly describe the different causes of terrorism described in the book. Examine the various approaches to explaining the causes of modern day terrorism? Which approach do you feel is more effective in examining the causes of terrorism?
Chapter 10
The theory of comparative advantage has been an important concept in international politics for several centuries. What is the basic argument of this theory? What are its main assumptions? In what way does it explain the rise of efficiency between two countries?
Exchange rates are critical to a country's economic position. Why do exchange rates matter? In what ways do they affect a country's economy?
Why do feminists argue that the costs of globalization are unevenly distributed?