1. What is the purpose of International Relations theory?
2. What is the purpose of the state?
3. Is the 'national principle' a dangerous idea? Why?
4. Is it possible, necessary or desirable to extend democracy by force?
5. Do post-WWII international governmental organisations such as the UN and the Bretton Woods institutions have a meaningful effect on inter-state relations?
6. Describe and distinguish between some versions of liberalism.
7. If you were forced to choose, what would you say was the most profound change with regard to world politics since the end of the Cold War? Give reasons.
8. Describe the difference between scientific realism and transactional social constructionism?