Author Question: Which of the following statements best captures Hoffmann's perspective on the role of international ... (Read 35 times)

haleyc112 · **on:** Sep 10, 2018

Which of the following statements best captures Hoffmann's perspective on the role of international law in international politics?

a. International law is a farce.
b. International law is largely irrelevant to how states behave.
c. International law is a vital tool for preserving peace in the international arena.
d. International law serves no useful purpose in the conduct of relations among states.
e. International law is a magnifying mirror that merely reflects the essence and logic of international politics.

Question 2

Under which condition are states more likely to bandwagon than balance?

a. when a state is holds strong philosophical positions
b. when allies are readily available
c. when the outcome of a war is undetermined
d. when a weak state is located in close proximity to a strong state
e. when a threat is great, states will stand alone as a statement of strength.