Free International Relations MCQs with Answers
25 International Relations MCQs from Political Science, each with the correct answer and a written explanation of why it is correct. Free and unlimited, with no account needed.
International relations explains interactions among states, international organisations, multinational actors and non-state groups. It covers realism, liberalism and other approaches, national interest, power, diplomacy, alliances, international law, globalisation, war, peace and security, distinguishing relations between countries from the domestic institutions studied in comparative government.
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21. Which proposition is most closely associated with the liberal approach to international relations?
- A. States can achieve cooperation through institutions and interdependence
- B. States mainly seek security through military competition
- C. International politics is shaped only by material capabilities
- D. Domestic culture has no effect on foreign policy
Explanation: Liberalism holds that institutions, economic interdependence and repeated cooperation can reduce conflict among states.
Correct answer: States can achieve cooperation through institutions and interdependence- A. Treaties must be performed in good faith
- B. Treaties must be approved by every state
- C. Treaties must apply only during wartime
- D. Treaties must be reviewed by the United Nations
Explanation: Pacta sunt servanda means that agreements must be kept, so states must perform their treaty obligations in good faith.
Correct answer: Treaties must be performed in good faith- A. Joining or aligning with the stronger power
- B. Remaining neutral during an international crisis
- C. Forming a coalition against the strongest power
- D. Using trade restrictions to change another state's policy
Explanation: Bandwagoning occurs when a weaker state aligns with a powerful state, often to gain protection or avoid becoming its target.
Correct answer: Joining or aligning with the stronger power- A. Jus ad bellum concerns entering war, while jus in bello concerns conduct during war
- B. Jus ad bellum concerns diplomacy, while jus in bello concerns economic sanctions
- C. Jus ad bellum concerns treaties, while jus in bello concerns state recognition
- D. Jus ad bellum concerns peacekeeping, while jus in bello concerns refugee protection
Explanation: Jus ad bellum examines whether resorting to force is legally or morally justified.
Correct answer: Jus ad bellum concerns entering war, while jus in bello concerns conduct during war- A. Administering rules for international trade
- B. Providing military protection to member states
- C. Managing global monetary reserves
- D. Prosecuting individuals for international crimes
Explanation: The World Trade Organization provides a framework for trade rules and handles disputes between its members.
Correct answer: Administering rules for international trade