Chapter 7 Essay Questions - Global Politics Student Resources

War and Terrorism

These questions are designed to help you understand this chapter’s concepts and express your understanding in your own words.

Please note that this exercise is for self-study, and your instructor will not be able to see the answer you have written.

1. Throughout history there has been a lot of wars and conflict. Write an essay making a case for when it is just to go to war.

Reflect on past instances where going to war was justified
Evaluate the ideas of old and new wars. What are different
What are some of the moral and ethical dilemmas of wars?
What are some of the issues of sovereignty as it relates to war?

2. Globalization and transnationalism have changed the characteristics of war. It is sometimes difficult to determine who the clear enemy is. Write an essay focusing on war and terrorism within a national boundary.

What is domestic terrorism?
Why do we pay less attention to domestic terrorism?
How does technology help facilitate terrorist activities?
How do you defend against an enemy that you cannot clearly define?
Are you willing to give up some of your liberties and privacy for safety?