A major distinguishing feature of the Westphalian state system from other systems at the time is
a. loyalty to local authorities within the territory.
b. loyalty to one king or prince in the territory.
c. common race and religion as key elements of the state.
d. constitutions to guide state behavior.
Some scholars proclaimed the end of the cold war as the triumph of liberal capitalism. Which of the following events provides evidence that such a declaration may be premature?
a. International economic crises
b. Diffusion of power
c. More conflicts and crises to trigger American intervention
d. All of the above are true.
The central principle of the Peace of Westphalia was that the
a. ruler of a given territory could determine the religion of that territory.
b. people of a given territory could elect their own ruler.
c. world system was based on competing classes.
d. role of local judges should be constantly questioned.
____________ refers to increased integration of international economies and growing interdependence and complexity of relationships between states.
a. Social globalism c. Globalization
b. Imperialism d. Liberalism
External sovereignty means
a. a democratically elected government and a just legal order.
b. supremacy over all authorities within that territory and population.
c. independence of outside authorities.
d. a military force capable of defending the nation from foreign forces.
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