PS 231 Homework

TOPIC B

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Short answers. (one sentence)

After the Russian revolution Trotsky said he would issue a few revolutionary proclamations and then close up the shop. Why?

Give two of the arguments used by the Melians in trying to dissuade the Athenians.

Give one of the Athenian counter-arguments

According to the Treaty of Westphalia, what issue could the sovereigns of Europe decide for themselves??

Give an example of a plausible counter-factual.

 

Long answers. (three or four sentences)

How would you define a revolutionary state, and why are they problematic for international stability?

How do structures in the international system change? How do processes change? What is the difference between the two?

What is the polarity of the international system today?