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Great Power Competition and Rivalry

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Which two countries are considered to be the primary global superpowers?

  1. United States and China

  2. United States and Russia

  3. China and Russia

  4. India and China


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United States and China are widely recognized as the two primary global superpowers due to their economic, military, and political influence.

What is the term used to describe the strategic competition between the United States and China?

  1. Great Power Rivalry

  2. Cold War 2.0

  3. New Cold War

  4. Thucydides Trap


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The term 'Thucydides Trap' is often used to describe the strategic competition between the United States and China, referring to the historical tendency for a rising power to challenge an established power, potentially leading to conflict.

Which region is considered to be a key area of competition between the United States and China?

  1. Indo-Pacific Region

  2. Middle East

  3. Africa

  4. Latin America


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indo-Pacific Region is considered to be a key area of competition between the United States and China due to its strategic importance for trade, military, and geopolitical influence.

What is the name of the Chinese government's ambitious infrastructure development initiative?

  1. One Belt, One Road

  2. New Silk Road

  3. Belt and Road Initiative

  4. Global Infrastructure Initiative


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Belt and Road Initiative is a Chinese government-led infrastructure development initiative that aims to connect China with other countries through a network of land and sea routes.

Which country has been accused of engaging in cyberattacks and intellectual property theft against the United States?

  1. China

  2. Russia

  3. North Korea

  4. Iran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

China has been accused of engaging in cyberattacks and intellectual property theft against the United States, leading to tensions between the two countries.

What is the name of the U.S. military strategy that aims to maintain military superiority over potential adversaries?

  1. Full-Spectrum Dominance

  2. AirSea Battle

  3. Global Strike

  4. Prompt Global Strike


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Full-Spectrum Dominance is a U.S. military strategy that aims to maintain military superiority over potential adversaries across all domains, including land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.

Which country has been expanding its military presence in the Arctic region?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. United States

  4. Canada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Russia has been expanding its military presence in the Arctic region, including building new military bases and increasing its military exercises.

What is the name of the U.S.-led military alliance in the Asia-Pacific region?

  1. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

  2. Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)

  3. Five Eyes

  4. ANZUS Treaty


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is a U.S.-led military alliance in the Asia-Pacific region that includes Australia, India, Japan, and the United States.

Which country has been accused of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries through cyber operations?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. North Korea

  4. Iran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Russia has been accused of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries through cyber operations, including hacking political campaigns and spreading disinformation.

What is the name of the U.S. military doctrine that emphasizes the use of precision-guided weapons and long-range strikes?

  1. AirSea Battle

  2. Global Strike

  3. Prompt Global Strike

  4. Shock and Awe


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Global Strike is a U.S. military doctrine that emphasizes the use of precision-guided weapons and long-range strikes to target enemy assets and infrastructure.

Which country has been accused of developing and deploying hypersonic missiles?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. United States

  4. North Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Russia has been accused of developing and deploying hypersonic missiles, which are capable of traveling at speeds exceeding Mach 5.

What is the name of the U.S. military strategy that aims to deter and defeat aggression by potential adversaries?

  1. Full-Spectrum Dominance

  2. AirSea Battle

  3. Global Strike

  4. Prompt Global Strike


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

AirSea Battle is a U.S. military strategy that aims to deter and defeat aggression by potential adversaries through the use of air and sea power.

Which country has been accused of using economic coercion to influence other countries?

  1. China

  2. Russia

  3. United States

  4. North Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

China has been accused of using economic coercion to influence other countries, such as imposing trade restrictions or withholding economic assistance.

What is the name of the U.S. military strategy that aims to achieve rapid global reach and strike capabilities?

  1. Full-Spectrum Dominance

  2. AirSea Battle

  3. Global Strike

  4. Prompt Global Strike


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prompt Global Strike is a U.S. military strategy that aims to achieve rapid global reach and strike capabilities through the use of long-range precision weapons.

Which country has been accused of conducting military exercises near the borders of other countries?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. United States

  4. North Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Russia has been accused of conducting military exercises near the borders of other countries, such as Ukraine and the Baltic states.

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