Full Midterm

Question 1

Conflict dynamics can be described as the resulting interaction between…

Answer 1

Conflict profile, actors, and causes

Question 2

What is conflict analysis?

Answer 2

The systematic study of the profile, causes, actors, and dynamics of conflict

Question 3

Conflict analysis is synonymous with…

Answer 3

Conflict mapping and conflict diagnosis

Question 4

What is the purpose of mapping conflicts?

Answer 4

To identify underlying causes and stakeholders involved

Question 5

Conflict means a perceived divergence of…

Answer 5

Interests

Question 6

Conflict means a belief that the parties’ current aspirations ___________(can/cannot) be achieved simultaneously.

Answer 6

Cannot

Question 7

In finding a sustainable solution to conflict, should the focus be on addressing the symptoms or root causes?

Answer 7

Root causes

Question 8

What are some factors that cause conflict?

Answer 8

Structural causes, proximate causes, and triggers

Question 9

Constructive conflict is ________, destructive conflict is ________.

Answer 9

good, bad

Question 10

What are examples of constructive conflict?

Answer 10

Debates and non-violent protests

Question 11

What are some factors that are typically examined in conflict analysis?

Answer 11

Social identity, political grievances, economic conditions

Question 12

Using the conflict tree metaphor, what do the roots signify?

Answer 12

Underlying socioeconomic, cultural, and institutional factors with create conditions for violent conflict

Question 13

Using the conflict tree metaphor, what does the trunk signify?

Answer 13

Specific issues and difference dividing people related to values, views, interest, and conflict regarding use and distribution of access to resources

Question 14

Using the conflict tree metaphor, what do the branches signify?

Answer 14

Impact of the conflict on society, groups, and individuals.

Question 15

Who proposed the Basic Human Needs (BHN) theory?

Answer 15

John Burton

Question 16

What does the BHN theory stipulate?

Answer 16

Humans have basic physical needs (food, water, shelter), but also universal, non-negotiable needs (identity, recognition, security)

Question 17

What happens if needs are not met?

Answer 17

It causes frustration and people seek alternatives to satisfy them

Question 18

Can BHN theory explain the Russia-Ukraine conflict?

Answer 18

Yes

Question 19

Can BHN theory explain the Israel-Hamas conflict?

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

Does ‘fight for love’ apply to the BHN theory?

Answer 20

Yes

Question 21

Basic human needs cannot be ________ and will be _________________.

Answer 21

suppressed, inexorably pursued

Question 22

BHN theory helps explain…

Answer 22

Why individuals and groups engage in conflict to access clean water, affordable housing, and food

Question 23

Who proposed the economic theory of conflict?

Answer 23

Paul Collier

Question 24

What are the two motives for civil war?

Answer 24

Greed and grievance

Question 25

Grievance is...

Answer 25

Justice-seeking

Question 26

Greed is...

Answer 26

Loot-seeking and desire for private gain

Question 27

Why do most civil wars take place in poor countries?

Answer 27

Because poverty causes grievances

Question 28

Is the Tamil Tigers rebellion in Sri-Lanka an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 28

Grievance

Question 29

Is the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Columbia (FARC) an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 29

Greed

Question 30

Are the M23 rebels in the DRC Congo an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 30

Greed

Question 31

Where are civil wars not likely to occur?

Answer 31

In areas where there are good job opportunities and economic outcomes

Question 32

Is the rebellion for diamonds in Sierra Leone an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 32

Greed

Question 33

Is the fight for environmental justice an example of greed or grievance?

Answer 33

Grievance

Question 34

What is structural violence caused by?

Answer 34

The nature of social institutions and policies

Question 35

Who proposed the theory of structural violence?

Answer 35

Johan Gattung

Question 36

What is positive peace?

Answer 36

The absence of all kinds of violence and the presence of social justice.

Question 37

What is negative peace?

Answer 37

The absence of direct violence but continued presence of structural violence.

Question 38

What are the components of the triangle of violence?

Answer 38

Structural violence, cultural violence, and physical violence

Question 39

What are some examples of structural violence?

Answer 39

Discrimination, lack of job opportunities, arbitrary increase in school fees, etc.

Question 40

What type of violence does structural violence not include?

Answer 40

Physical/direct violence

Question 41

What roles do 'chosen traumas' play in large-group identity?

Answer 41

They are central to the group's narrative and identity

Question 42

How are large-group identities maintained over time?

Answer 42

Through shared rituals, traditions, and myths

Question 43

What two factors within groups does large-group identity contribute to?

Answer 43

Pride and violence

Question 44

Is large-group identity purely negative?

Answer 44

No

Question 45

What is the significance of shared-enemies in maintaining a large-group identity?

Answer 45

They reinforce the internal cohesion of the group

Question 46

What often happens when large-group identities are threatened?

Answer 46

The group becomes violent.

Question 47

Do large-group identities dissolve when individual members reject the collective identity?

Answer 47

No

Question 48

Are large-group identities always based on historical facts?

Answer 48

No

Question 49

What is meant by the term 'ethnic tent'?

Answer 49

It is a metaphor for large-group identity.

Question 50

What does the concept of 'ethnic tent' emphasize?

Answer 50

The fluid and adaptable nature of ethnic identity over time

Question 51

Who proposed the research on chosen trauma and ethnic tents?

Answer 51

Volkan