The implications of bipolarity (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is bi-polarity in the international system?
What is bi-polarity in the international system?
Two states/blocs hold majority power
Which period is cited as the most prominent example of bi-polarity?
Which period is cited as the most prominent example of bi-polarity?
Cold War era (1947-1991)
Why are bi-polar systems considered more stable than multi-polar systems?
Why are bi-polar systems considered more stable than multi-polar systems?
Superpowers are aware of capabilities
What was the stabilising doctrine during the Cold War that deterred nuclear war?
What was the stabilising doctrine during the Cold War that deterred nuclear war?
Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD)
How does bi-polarity affect threat perception?
How does bi-polarity affect threat perception?
Simplifies threat perception
Which two alliances represented the clear Cold War division?
Which two alliances represented the clear Cold War division?
NATO and Warsaw Pact
Why is rivalry more predictable in bi-polar than multi-polar systems?
Why is rivalry more predictable in bi-polar than multi-polar systems?
Fewer actors with varying interests
What did the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 demonstrate about bi-polarity?
What did the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 demonstrate about bi-polarity?
Clarity and predictability of rivalry
Why is miscalculation less likely in bi-polar systems?
Why is miscalculation less likely in bi-polar systems?
Only one major adversary to assess
What communication tool helped prevent Cold War miscalculations?
What communication tool helped prevent Cold War miscalculations?
Direct hotline Washington-Moscow
How do realists view bi-polarity's effect on international stability?
How do realists view bi-polarity's effect on international stability?
Power distribution leads to stability
What does bi-polarity prevent according to the balance of power theory?
What does bi-polarity prevent according to the balance of power theory?
Global hegemony