The Clash of Civilizations by Samuel P. Huntington

1. What is the main thesis of 'The Clash of Civilizations'?

A) Nuclear proliferation will be the main threat to peace.
B) Cultural and religious identities will be the primary source of conflict.
C) Economic competition will dominate future conflicts.
D) Ideological conflicts between capitalism and communism will persist.

2. In which year was 'The Clash of Civilizations' published?

A) 2001
B) 1996
C) 1989
D) 1992

3. What does Huntington identify as a possible source of conflict in the future?

A) Economic disparities
B) Technological advancements
C) Political ideologies
D) Cultural differences

4. What role does religion play in Huntington's thesis?

A) No role; only economic factors matter.
B) It is seen as outdated and irrelevant.
C) A central role in shaping identity and conflict.
D) A minor influence with less importance than politics.

5. Huntington believes that future wars will not be fought between countries but between what?

A) Civilizations
B) Economies
C) Political parties
D) Ideologies

6. What does Huntington predict about the future of the Western civilization?

A) It will unify all civilizations.
B) It will decline rapidly.
C) It will face challenges from other civilizations.
D) It will dominate without challenge.

7. Which of the following civilizations does Huntington view as a rising power?

A) Hindu civilization (India).
B) African civilization.
C) Confucian civilization (China).
D) Latin American civilization.

8. According to Huntington, which civilization has the closest ties with the West?

A) Islamic civilization.
B) Confucian civilization.
C) Latin American civilization.
D) Slavic civilization.

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