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The Clash of Civilizations by Samuel P. Huntington
Contributed by: Platt
  • 1. What is the main thesis of 'The Clash of Civilizations'?
A) Economic competition will dominate future conflicts.
B) Ideological conflicts between capitalism and communism will persist.
C) Cultural and religious identities will be the primary source of conflict.
D) Nuclear proliferation will be the main threat to peace.
  • 2. In which year was 'The Clash of Civilizations' published?
A) 2001
B) 1992
C) 1996
D) 1989
  • 3. What does Huntington identify as a possible source of conflict in the future?
A) Cultural differences
B) Political ideologies
C) Economic disparities
D) Technological advancements
  • 4. What role does religion play in Huntington's thesis?
A) It is seen as outdated and irrelevant.
B) No role; only economic factors matter.
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) Ideologies
D) Political parties
  • 6. What does Huntington predict about the future of the Western civilization?
A) It will face challenges from other civilizations.
B) It will decline rapidly.
C) It will unify all civilizations.
D) It will dominate without challenge.
  • 7. Which of the following civilizations does Huntington view as a rising power?
A) African civilization.
B) Hindu civilization (India).
C) Latin American civilization.
D) Confucian civilization (China).
  • 8. According to Huntington, which civilization has the closest ties with the West?
A) Confucian civilization.
B) Slavic civilization.
C) Latin American civilization.
D) Islamic civilization.
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