Author Question: Discuss the functionalist perspective on the functions of war. How can war be functional for a ... (Read 72 times)

soccerdreamer_17 · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

Discuss the functionalist perspective on the functions of war. How can war be functional for a society? Give examples.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Explain the essential conditions of war and the seven sparks that set off war. Apply them to a particular conflict.

What will be an ideal response?

lorealeza · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The ideal answer should include:
Identify and explain the functionalist perspective in general.
Apply functionalism to war by articulating the basic functions of war.
Analyze a recent conflict to show how the functionalist perspective works.

Answer to Question 2

The ideal answer should include:
Identification and explanation of the essential conditions of war (cultural tradition, antagonistic situations, and incompatible objectives).
Identification of the seven sparks.
Choose a recent conflict and apply the conditions and sparks to show how they work in real world situations.