1. Which of the following is a primary concern of feminist international relations theory?
A. Economic stability
B. Gender equality
C. Military strategy
D. Technological advancement
Answer: B
2. Feminist IR theory emphasizes the importance of which perspective?
A. Realist
B. Liberal
C. Gendered
D. Structural
Answer: C
3. Who is considered one of the pioneers of feminist IR theory?
A. Kenneth Waltz
B. John Mearsheimer
C. J. Ann Tickner
D. Hans Morgenthau
Answer: C
4. Feminist IR theory critiques traditional IR theories for their focus on:
A. International organizations
B. State-centric analysis
C. Environmental issues
D. Economic policies
Answer: B
5. According to feminist IR theory, traditional IR theories often ignore:
A. State sovereignty
B. Military capabilities
C. The role of women
D. Economic power
Answer: C
6. Feminist IR theory is closely associated with which broader theoretical perspective?
A. Constructivism
B. Realism
C. Liberalism
D. Marxism
Answer: A
7. Feminist IR theorists argue that international relations should include:
A. Only state actors
B. Non-state actors like NGOs and individuals
C. Military alliances
D. Economic treaties
Answer: B
8. Which feminist IR scholar wrote “Gender in International Relations”?
A. Cynthia Enloe
B. Christine Sylvester
C. J. Ann Tickner
D. V. Spike Peterson
Answer: C
9. Feminist IR theory highlights the intersectionality of gender with:
A. Race and class
B. State power and military strength
C. Economic systems
D. Technological advancements
Answer: A
10. In feminist IR theory, what is seen as a significant factor in global politics?
A. Economic agreements
B. Military interventions
C. Gendered power relations
D. Diplomatic negotiations
Answer: C
11. Cynthia Enloe’s work often focuses on:
A. Economic theories
B. Military power
C. The politics of everyday life and gender
D. State sovereignty
Answer: C
12. Which of the following is a critique made by feminist IR scholars about traditional IR theories?
A. They overemphasize economic factors
B. They ignore the role of non-state actors
C. They are overly focused on environmental issues
D. They marginalize women’s experiences and contributions
Answer: D
13. Feminist IR theory suggests that security should be redefined to include:
A. State-centric military defense
B. Environmental sustainability
C. Human security, including protection from gender-based violence
D. Economic growth
Answer: C
14. Feminist IR theory often examines the impact of global politics on:
A. State sovereignty
B. Economic growth
C. Women and marginalized groups
D. Military alliances
Answer: C
15. According to feminist IR theory, traditional IR has a bias towards:
A. Economic theory
B. Military power and state security
C. Environmental policy
D. Technological development
Answer: B
16. What does feminist IR theory suggest about the nature of power in global politics?
A. It is exclusively held by states
B. It is primarily military
C. It is gendered and relational
D. It is unchanging
Answer: C
17. Which concept is central to feminist IR theory’s critique of traditional security studies?
A. Economic development
B. Environmental protection
C. Gendered dimensions of security
D. Technological innovation
Answer: C
18. Feminist IR theory often incorporates insights from which other fields?
A. Engineering and mathematics
B. Biology and chemistry
C. Sociology and gender studies
D. Astronomy and physics
Answer: C
19. Feminist IR theorists argue that global economic policies often disproportionately affect:
A. Developed countries
B. Military budgets
C. Women and children in developing countries
D. Technological sectors
Answer: C
20. According to feminist IR theory, what is often overlooked in analyses of war and conflict?
A. Diplomatic strategies
B. Economic consequences
C. The experiences and roles of women
D. Technological advancements
Answer: C
21. Feminist IR theory views the international system as:
A. Anarchic and based on power politics
B. Hierarchical and structured by gender relations
C. Primarily driven by economic factors
D. Stable and unchanging
Answer: B
22. Which approach within feminist IR focuses on the lived experiences of women in different parts of the world?
A. Liberal feminism
B. Critical feminism
C. Postcolonial feminism
D. Ecofeminism
Answer: C
23. Feminist IR theory calls for a re-examination of which aspect of traditional IR?
A. State sovereignty
B. Economic policies
C. Gendered assumptions and biases
D. Environmental issues
Answer: C
24. How does feminist IR theory differ from traditional IR theories regarding the concept of security?
A. It focuses more on military alliances
B. It includes human and gender security alongside state security
C. It emphasizes economic sanctions
D. It prioritizes technological advancements
Answer: B
25. Feminist IR theorists argue that traditional diplomacy often marginalizes:
A. Economic interests
B. Technological issues
C. Women’s voices and perspectives
D. Military strategies
Answer: C
26. What is a key goal of feminist IR theory?
A. To strengthen state sovereignty
B. To achieve military superiority
C. To highlight and address gender inequalities in global politics
D. To promote economic liberalization
Answer: C
27. Feminist IR theory often critiques which concept for being too narrow?
A. National interest
B. Human rights
C. Military strategy
D. Technological innovation
Answer: A
28. According to feminist IR, traditional theories often fail to consider the impact of what on global politics?
A. Technological advancements
B. Environmental issues
C. Gender norms and relations
D. Economic policies
Answer: C
29. Which area of study is frequently incorporated into feminist IR analyses?
A. Military science
B. Economic theory
C. Sociology and anthropology
D. Environmental science
Answer: C
30. Feminist IR theory emphasizes the importance of:
A. Military alliances
B. Economic sanctions
C. Gender justice and equality
D. Technological innovation
Answer: C
31. Which feminist IR scholar is known for their work on gender and militarism?
A. Kenneth Waltz
B. J. Ann Tickner
C. Cynthia Enloe
D. Robert Keohane
Answer: C
32. Feminist IR theory often seeks to make visible the contributions of:
A. State actors
B. Military leaders
C. Women and marginalized groups
D. Economic theorists
Answer: C
33. According to feminist IR, what is often a consequence of global economic policies?
A. Military conflict
B. Economic growth
C. Gendered inequalities
D. Technological progress
Answer: C
34. Feminist IR theory argues that traditional definitions of power overlook:
A. Economic strength
B. Military capabilities
C. Social and relational aspects of power
D. Technological advancements
Answer: C
35. Which of the following is a focus of feminist IR theory?
A. State-centric analysis
B. Economic policies
C. Gendered power dynamics
D. Military strategies
Answer: C
36. Feminist IR scholars often highlight the role of what in perpetuating global inequalities?
A. State sovereignty
B. Military power
C. Patriarchal structures
D. Economic growth
Answer: C
37. Feminist IR theory critiques the traditional IR concept of the “rational actor” for being:
A. Too focused on economics
B. Gender-neutral and unrealistic
C. Environmentally insensitive
D. Technologically outdated
Answer: B
38. What is a common methodological approach in feminist IR research?
A. Quantitative analysis
B. Case studies and ethnography
C. Statistical modeling
D. Game theory
Answer: B
39. Feminist IR theory suggests that global peace requires:
A. More military alliances
B. Stronger economic sanctions
C. Gender equality and justice
D. Technological superiority
Answer: C
40. Which term is often used in feminist IR to describe the interconnectedness of various forms of oppression?
A. Realism
B. Liberalism
C. Intersectionality
D. Constructivism
Answer: C
41. Feminist IR theorists argue that global governance structures are often:
A. Technologically advanced
B. Environmentally sustainable
C. Gender-biased and exclusionary
D. Militarily powerful
Answer: C
42. What is a key argument of feminist postcolonial IR scholars?
A. Economic liberalization is crucial
B. Military power should be prioritized
C. Gender and colonial histories must be considered in IR
D. Technological advancement drives global politics
Answer: C
43. Feminist IR theory often critiques the idea of the “security dilemma” for:
A. Being economically focused
B. Overlooking environmental issues
C. Ignoring gendered aspects of security
D. Prioritizing technological solutions
Answer: C
44. According to feminist IR, traditional analyses of war often fail to consider:
A. State sovereignty
B. Technological developments
C. The impact on women and children
D. Economic outcomes
Answer: C
45. Feminist IR theory argues that peacebuilding efforts should:
A. Focus solely on state actors
B. Include a gender perspective
C. Prioritize economic sanctions
D. Emphasize military strength
Answer: B
46. Which feminist IR concept refers to the idea that international politics is shaped by masculine norms and values?
A. Realpolitik
B. Hegemonic masculinity
C. Economic determinism
D. Technological determinism
Answer: B
47. Feminist IR theorists often advocate for:
A. Increased military spending
B. More economic liberalization
C. Greater representation of women in global politics
D. Technological advancement
Answer: C
48. Which of the following best describes the feminist IR critique of traditional power politics?
A. It is economically unsustainable
B. It is overly focused on environmental issues
C. It is gender-blind and overlooks the role of women
D. It relies too much on technological solutions
Answer: C
49. Feminist IR theory seeks to uncover:
A. Economic inequalities
B. Technological advancements
C. Hidden gender biases in international relations
D. Military strategies
Answer: C
50. Which approach within feminist IR focuses on how global politics is influenced by masculinity and femininity?
A. Liberal feminism
B. Marxist feminism
C. Poststructuralist feminism
D. Radical feminism
Answer: C
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