Question 1

The International Court of Justice

Accepted Answer

A) is the legal branch of the United Nations. 
B) enjoys compulsory jurisdiction over all states. 
C) enjoys compulsory jurisdiction over no states. 
D) was part of the League of Nations. 
A) is the legal branch of the United Nations. 
B) enjoys compulsory jurisdiction over all states. 
C) enjoys compulsory jurisdiction over no states. 
D) was part of the League of Nations. A

Question 2

What are the main weaknesses of international law? Why, despite these weaknesses, do most states usually abide by international law?

Accepted Answer

The main weaknesses of international law include the lack of a centralized enforcement mechanism, the difficulty in reaching consensus among a large number of sovereign states, and the potential for powerful states to disregard or manipulate the law to serve their own interests. Additionally, there is often a lack of clarity and specificity in international legal agreements, leading to ambiguity and differing interpretations among states.

Despite these weaknesses, most states usually abide by international law for several reasons. Firstly, adherence to international law can enhance a state's reputation and legitimacy in the international community, which is important for maintaining diplomatic and economic relationships. Additionally, international law provides a framework for resolving disputes and conflicts peacefully, which can help prevent costly and destructive conflicts. Furthermore, many states recognize the benefits of a rules-based international order in promoting stability, predictability, and cooperation in global affairs.

Moreover, international law can also serve as a tool for weaker states to hold more powerful states accountable for their actions, providing a degree of protection and recourse for those who may otherwise be vulnerable to exploitation. Finally, while enforcement mechanisms may be limited, international law can still exert influence through mechanisms such as public opinion, economic sanctions, and diplomatic pressure, which can incentivize states to comply with their legal obligations.

In conclusion, while international law certainly has its weaknesses, the benefits of adherence to international law often outweigh the drawbacks for most states, leading to a general tendency to comply with international legal norms.

Question 3

International treaties and conventions are the most important sources of international law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

_________________________ are legally binding norms of behavior even if states have not consented to them in treaties.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________________ are legally binding norms of behavior...

Question 5

___________________________ embody standards of behavior that might not be codified in any treaty or convention.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________________________ embody standards of behavior that might...

Question 6

Because it lacks ______________________ and __________________________ the international legal system is generally not as effective as domestic legal systems.

Accepted Answer

compulsory

Question 7

The attempt by the ________________ to outlaw war reflected a normative approach to law.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The attempt by the ________________ to outlaw...

Question 8

Realists believe that there is no such thing as international law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Among the major perspectives on international relations, _________________ tend to most skeptical of the value of international law.

Accepted Answer

realists (

Question 10

Super-customs are the most common source of international law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The _________________ law tradition looks to the actual behavior of states in thinking about what should and should not be illegal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _________________ law tradition looks to the...

Question 12

According to the natural law tradition, international law

Accepted Answer

A) should reflect moral principles of right and wrong. 
B) is seldom effective. 
C) does not exist. 
D) should reflect the actual behavior of states. 
A) should reflect moral principles of right and wrong. 
B) is seldom effective. 
C) does not exist. 
D) should reflect the actual behavior of states.

Question 13

Constructivists usually argue that international law

Accepted Answer

A) does not exist. 
B) fails to restrict the behavior of powerful states. 
C) helps shape important international norms. 
D) is merely a reflection of the interests of capitalist states. 
A) does not exist. 
B) fails to restrict the behavior of powerful states. 
C) helps shape important international norms. 
D) is merely a reflection of the interests of capitalist states.

Question 14

Decisions of the International Court of Justice

Accepted Answer

A) are enforced by the United States. 
B) are enforced by the U.N.Security Council. 
C) are binding on all nations. 
D) can be appealed to the Supreme Court. 
A) are enforced by the United States. 
B) are enforced by the U.N.Security Council. 
C) are binding on all nations. 
D) can be appealed to the Supreme Court.

Question 15

The United States

Accepted Answer

A) has ignored rulings of the International Court of Justice. 
B) always abides by rulings of the International Court of Justice. 
C) has never been party to a case before the International Court of Justice. 
D) has a permanent seat on the International Court of Justice who can veto any decision. 
A) has ignored rulings of the International Court of Justice. 
B) always abides by rulings of the International Court of Justice. 
C) has never been party to a case before the International Court of Justice. 
D) has a permanent seat on the International Court of Justice who can veto any decision.

Question 16

A positive approach to international law

Accepted Answer

A) led to failures such as the Kellogg-Briand Pact. 
B) stresses the importance of general moral principles for shaping international law. 
C) emphasizes the actual behavior of states for shaping international law. 
D) rejects the very existence of international law. 
A) led to failures such as the Kellogg-Briand Pact. 
B) stresses the importance of general moral principles for shaping international law. 
C) emphasizes the actual behavior of states for shaping international law. 
D) rejects the very existence of international law.

Question 17

The Kellogg-Briand Pact tried to outlaw

Accepted Answer

A) nuclear weapons. 
B) piracy. 
C) war. 
D) colonialism. 
A) nuclear weapons. 
B) piracy. 
C) war. 
D) colonialism.

Question 18

The Kellogg-Briand Pact reflected a normative approach to international law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

How can we reconcile the "anarchic" nature of international politics with the existence of international law?

Accepted Answer

The reconciliation of the "anarchic" nat

Question 20

The Kellog-Briand Pact

Accepted Answer

A) was weakened by the "optional clause". 
B) attempted to outlaw war. 
C) reflected a positive approach to international law. 
D) outlawed the use of chemical weapons. 
A) was weakened by the "optional clause". 
B) attempted to outlaw war. 
C) reflected a positive approach to international law. 
D) outlawed the use of chemical weapons.

The International Court of Justice

What are the main weaknesses of international law? Why, despite these weaknesses, do most states usually abide by international law?

International treaties and conventions are the most important sources of international law.

_________________________ are legally binding norms of behavior even if states have not consented to them in treaties.

___________________________ embody standards of behavior that might not be codified in any treaty or convention.

Because it lacks and ____ the international legal system is generally not as effective as domestic legal systems.

The attempt by the ________________ to outlaw war reflected a normative approach to law.

Realists believe that there is no such thing as international law.

Among the major perspectives on international relations, _________________ tend to most skeptical of the value of international law.

Super-customs are the most common source of international law.

The _________________ law tradition looks to the actual behavior of states in thinking about what should and should not be illegal.

According to the natural law tradition, international law

Constructivists usually argue that international law

Decisions of the International Court of Justice

The United States

A positive approach to international law

The Kellogg-Briand Pact tried to outlaw

The Kellogg-Briand Pact reflected a normative approach to international law.

How can we reconcile the "anarchic" nature of international politics with the existence of international law?

The Kellog-Briand Pact

Change and Continuity in International History

Contending Perspectives on International Politics

Power Politics

War and Democracy

War and Human Nature

Free Trade

The Imf, Global Inequality, and Development

Globalization and Sovereignty

The United Nations and Humanitarian Intervention

Nuclear Proliferation

International Terrorism

The Global Commons Index

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Exam 9: International Law

The International Court of Justice

What are the main weaknesses of international law? Why, despite these weaknesses, do most states usually abide by international law?

International treaties and conventions are the most important sources of international law.

_________________________ are legally binding norms of behavior even if states have not consented to them in treaties.

___________________________ embody standards of behavior that might not be codified in any treaty or convention.

Because it lacks ______________________ and __________________________ the international legal system is generally not as effective as domestic legal systems.

The attempt by the ________________ to outlaw war reflected a normative approach to law.

Realists believe that there is no such thing as international law.

Among the major perspectives on international relations, _________________ tend to most skeptical of the value of international law.

Super-customs are the most common source of international law.

The _________________ law tradition looks to the actual behavior of states in thinking about what should and should not be illegal.

According to the natural law tradition, international law

Constructivists usually argue that international law

Decisions of the International Court of Justice

The United States

A positive approach to international law

The Kellogg-Briand Pact tried to outlaw

The Kellogg-Briand Pact reflected a normative approach to international law.

How can we reconcile the "anarchic" nature of international politics with the existence of international law?

The Kellog-Briand Pact

Change and Continuity in International History

Contending Perspectives on International Politics

Power Politics

War and Democracy

War and Human Nature

Free Trade

The Imf, Global Inequality, and Development

Globalization and Sovereignty

The United Nations and Humanitarian Intervention

Nuclear Proliferation

International Terrorism

The Global Commons Index

Filters

Because it lacks and ____ the international legal system is generally not as effective as domestic legal systems.