What IR Theory Are You?

Answer 10 questions about how you see the world. Find out whether you think like a Realist, Liberal, Constructivist, or Critical theorist.

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Question 1 of 10

What is the most fundamental feature of the international system?

Question 2 of 10

Why do states go to war?

Question 3 of 10

Can international organisations like the UN actually prevent war?

Question 4 of 10

A country discovers its neighbour is building up military forces. What is the most likely explanation?

Question 5 of 10

Which thinker resonates most with how you see world politics?

Question 6 of 10

Is democracy spreading around the world a good thing for international peace?

Question 7 of 10

What drives a state’s foreign policy most?

Question 8 of 10

How do you feel about the current global order?

Question 9 of 10

Two states with no history of conflict begin trading heavily. What happens to the risk of war between them?

Question 10 of 10

What would make the world more peaceful?