What is the term for the right of a country to govern itself without outside interference?
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Sovereignty
Answer explanation
The term 'sovereignty' refers to a country's right to govern itself without external interference, making it the correct answer. Other options like 'ethnic cleansing' and 'assimilate' do not relate to self-governance.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does "ethnic cleansing" mean?
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Removing or exterminating an ethnic group from an area
Answer explanation
"Ethnic cleansing" refers to the systematic removal or extermination of an ethnic group from a specific area, making the correct answer "Removing or exterminating an ethnic group from an area."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which term means to integrate a person or group into a larger community?
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Assimilate
Answer explanation
The term 'assimilate' means to integrate a person or group into a larger community, making it the correct choice. 'Nullify' refers to canceling something, 'sovereignty' relates to authority, and 'sectionalism' is about regional interests.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to "nullify" the contract legally?
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To make it have no legal effect
Answer explanation
To "nullify" something legally means to make it have no legal effect, rendering it void or invalid. This is the correct interpretation, as the other options do not relate to the legal context of nullification.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the term for prioritizing the needs of a specific area over the whole country?
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Sectionalism
Answer explanation
The term 'sectionalism' refers to an excessive focus on the interests of a specific region, often leading to conflict with other regions. It contrasts with national unity, making it the correct answer to the question.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Arjun is studying political science and is learning about the concept of sovereignty. He is asked to identify which of the following is NOT a feature of sovereignty? Self-governance, Supreme authority, Independence
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Outside interference
Answer explanation
Sovereignty encompasses self-governance, supreme authority, and independence. Outside interference contradicts these principles, as it implies external control, which undermines a state's sovereignty.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which term is linked to the forced removal of an ethnic group? Options: Assimilate, Nullify, Ethnic Cleansing, Sectionalism
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Ethnic Cleansing
Answer explanation
The term 'Ethnic Cleansing' specifically refers to the forced removal or extermination of an ethnic group from a particular area, making it the correct choice. The other terms do not relate to this concept.
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