The implications of unipolarity/hegemony (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What three spheres does a state dominate in a unipolar system?
What three spheres does a state dominate in a unipolar system?
Cultural, economic & military
What term describes the dominant state in a unipolar system?
What term describes the dominant state in a unipolar system?
Hegemon
Which state is cited as an example of a unipolar hegemon after the Cold War?
Which state is cited as an example of a unipolar hegemon after the Cold War?
United States
Why might being the hegemon be undesirable despite its influence?
Why might being the hegemon be undesirable despite its influence?
Becomes target for opposing states
Which rising power's actions are seen as a response to U.S. hegemony?
Which rising power's actions are seen as a response to U.S. hegemony?
China
Why is war between great powers unlikely in a unipolar world?
Why is war between great powers unlikely in a unipolar world?
No state has comparable power to challenge
What characterises a bipolar system according to the note?
What characterises a bipolar system according to the note?
Two states hold comparable power
Why can multipolarity lead to instability?
Why can multipolarity lead to instability?
Complexity of alliances & rivalries
What is meant by 'unipolar peace'?
What is meant by 'unipolar peace'?
Lack of rivals creates stability
What challenge does overextension pose to the hegemon?
What challenge does overextension pose to the hegemon?
Economic & military strain
Which initiative is cited as an effort to counterbalance U.S. dominance?
Which initiative is cited as an effort to counterbalance U.S. dominance?
China's Belt & Road Initiative
How can a hegemon lose soft power according to the note?
How can a hegemon lose soft power according to the note?
Actions seen as illegitimate