FSOT Domain 1: Job Knowledge Welcome to your FSOT Domain 1: Job Knowledge 1. FSOT: Job Knowledge In the context of international relations, the principle of "pacta sunt servanda" is fundamental to: A. The right of states to defend themselves unilaterally. B. The obligation of states to carry out agreements in good faith. C. The non-interference in the internal affairs of other states. D. The establishment of diplomatic relations based on reciprocity. None 2. FSOT: Job Knowledge The concept of "Responsibility to Protect" (R2P) was endorsed by the United Nations in response to: A. The need for economic sanctions against rogue states. B. The global financial crisis and its impact on developing countries. C. The failure to prevent genocides and mass atrocities in the late 20th century. D. The rise of terrorism and the need for a coordinated international response. None 3. FSOT: Job Knowledge The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, was an agreement between which two countries? A. France and England B. Spain and Portugal C. Germany and Italy D. The Ottoman Empire and Persia None 4. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "Double Criminality" is often applied in cases of: A. International arbitration. B. Diplomatic immunity. C. Extradition. D. Trade disputes. None 5. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Monroe Doctrine" was primarily intended to: A. Expand American territorial claims in the Pacific. B. Establish American dominance in the Western Hemisphere. C. Provide a basis for American intervention in Europe. D. Encourage European colonization of Africa. None 6. FSOT: Job Knowledge In international trade, the term "Most Favored Nation" (MFN) status means that: A. A country must offer its lowest trade tariffs to all its trading partners. B. A country has exclusive trading rights with another country. C. Only two countries agree to eliminate tariffs against each other. D. A country is exempted from all forms of trade restrictions by its trading partners. None 7. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Potsdam Declaration" of 1945 called for: A. The unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany. B. The creation of the United Nations. C. The division of Berlin into four zones. D. The unconditional surrender of Japan. None 8. FSOT: Job Knowledge The term "Gunboat Diplomacy" refers to: A. The peaceful resolution of disputes through arbitration. B. The use of military threat to achieve diplomatic objectives. C. Diplomatic negotiations backed by a strong economic sanctions regime. D. The provision of military aid to allies during peace negotiations. None 9. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Non-Aligned Movement" was founded to: A. Support the spread of communism worldwide. B. Facilitate the decolonization of African and Asian countries. C. Provide a collective defense arrangement against the Soviet Union. D. Remain independent from the geopolitical interests of the Cold War superpowers. None 10. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Truman Doctrine" is best understood as a policy designed to: A. Promote economic recovery in post-war Europe. B. Contain the spread of communism. C. Establish NATO. D. End the Korean War. None 11. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "Jus ad Bellum" refers to: A. The right to engage in trade wars. B. The justification for resorting to war. C. The legal processes for ending a conflict. D. The rights of soldiers during wartime. None 12. FSOT: Job Knowledge The concept of "Soft Power" in international relations was developed by: A. Henry Kissinger B. Joseph Nye C. Zbigniew Brzezinski D. Samuel Huntington None 13. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Sunset Clause" in international treaties refers to: A. A provision that automatically extends the treaty. B. A clause that ensures all parties meet at sunset for negotiation. C. A provision that terminates the treaty after a specified period unless renewed. D. A legal requirement for treaties to be reviewed at the end of each day. None 14. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Two-Level Game Theory" in diplomacy suggests that: A. International negotiations are influenced by extraterrestrial beings. B. Negotiators must balance domestic political interests with international pressures. C. Diplomats should play two board games simultaneously to improve strategy skills. D. International agreements must be ratified at two different governmental levels. None 15. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Group of Seven" (G7) does NOT include which of the following countries? A. Russia B. Italy C. Canada D. Japan None 16. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Bandung Conference" of 1955 was significant for its role in: A. Launching the Non-Aligned Movement. B. Establishing the European Union. C. Initiating the Cold War. D. Ending colonialism in Asia and Africa. None 17. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Chicago Convention" of 1944 is most closely associated with the regulation of: A. International trade tariffs. B. Civil aviation. C. Nuclear weapons. D. Maritime boundaries. None 18. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Schengen Agreement" primarily facilitates: A. A common currency among its members. B. The free movement of people across national borders. C. Joint military exercises. D. Harmonization of educational standards. None 19. FSOT: Job Knowledge The term "Pivot to Asia" in U.S. foreign policy refers to: A. Shifting military focus exclusively to the Asia-Pacific region. B. A basketball strategy developed by U.S. diplomats in China. C. Redirecting economic investment from Europe to Asia. D. Rebalancing diplomatic and military efforts towards the Asia-Pacific. None 20. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Acheson Plan" of 1949 was aimed at addressing the issue of: A. Soviet aggression in Eastern Europe. B. Decolonization in Africa. C. European economic recovery. D. Nuclear disarmament. None 21. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "Universal Jurisdiction" allows for: A. Any country to claim the moon and other celestial bodies. B. The prosecution of certain crimes regardless of where they were committed. C. All nations to navigate international waters freely. D. Universal suffrage in international elections. None 22. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Treaty of Westphalia" of 1648 is most noted for establishing: A. The balance of power principle in Europe. B. The European Union's predecessor. C. The concept of sovereign nation-states. D. The gold standard for currencies. None 23. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "X Article," also known as the "Sources of Soviet Conduct," was penned by: A. George F. Kennan B. Henry Kissinger C. Winston Churchill D. John Foster Dulles None 24. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Bretton Woods System" established in 1944 led to the creation of: A. The United Nations and NATO B. The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) C. The European Union and the Eurozone D. The World Trade Organization and the G7 None 25. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "R2P" or "Responsibility to Protect" was formally endorsed by the United Nations in what year? A. 1999 B. 2001 C. 2005 D. 2010 None 26. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Kyoto Protocol" is an international treaty that deals with: A. The reduction of nuclear arsenals B. Counter-terrorism efforts C. Climate change by setting greenhouse gas emissions targets D. The regulation of international trade None 27. FSOT: Job Knowledge "Zones of Peace, Freedom, and Neutrality (ZOPFAN)" was declared in 1971 by the members of: A. NATO B. ASEAN C. The Non-Aligned Movement D. The European Union None 28. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "X Article," also known as "The Sources of Soviet Conduct," laid the groundwork for which U.S. foreign policy approach? A. Detente B. The Marshall Plan C. Containment D. The Truman Doctrine None 29. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Kellogg-Briand Pact" of 1928 aimed to: A. Establish a global financial system. B. Outlaw war as a policy for resolving international disputes. C. Create a collective security agreement. D. Define maritime boundaries. None 30. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Zimmermann Telegram" was a significant factor in prompting which country to enter World War I? A. United States B. Japan C. Italy D. Russia None 31. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "R2P" or "Responsibility to Protect" was formally endorsed during which United Nations summit? A. Millennium Summit, 2000 B. World Summit, 2005 C. Rio Summit, 1992 D. Earth Summit, 2012 None 32. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Treaty of Brest-Litovsk" was a peace agreement signed during World War I between the Central Powers and: A. France B. Russia C. United Kingdom D. United States None 33. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Nixon Shock" refers to a series of policy measures announced in 1971 that included: A. The introduction of affirmative action. B. The establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). C. The suspension of the convertibility of the dollar into gold. D. The normalization of relations with China. None 34. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Washington Naval Conference" of 1921-1922 resulted in treaties that aimed to: A. Limit naval armaments among major powers. B. Establish free trade agreements. C. Create a unified response to the rise of communism. D. Address the issue of colonial reparations. None 35. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "X Article," also known as "The Sources of Soviet Conduct," was penned under the pseudonym "X" by: A. Henry Kissinger B. George F. Kennan C. Dean Acheson D. Paul Nitze None 36. FSOT: Job Knowledge The principle of "R2P" or "Responsibility to Protect" was formally endorsed by the United Nations World Summit in: A. 1995 B. 2000 C. 2005 D. 2010 None 37. FSOT: Job Knowledge The concept of "Hybrid Warfare" is best described as: A. The use of conventional military forces only. B. A combination of military strategies and cyber warfare. C. The simultaneous use of conventional, irregular, and cyber warfare tactics. D. A strategy involving the use of economic sanctions and diplomatic isolation only. None 38. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty" (NPT) was signed in: A. 1960 B. 1968 C. 1972 D. 1980 None 39. FSOT: Job Knowledge The term "Thucydides Trap" describes the notion that: A. Democracies are inherently more peaceful than other forms of government. B. A rising power inevitably leads to conflict with an established power. C. Economic interdependence reduces the likelihood of war. D. Naval supremacy is crucial for global dominance. None 40. FSOT: Job Knowledge The "Zimmermann Telegram" was a communication from Germany proposing an alliance with which country during World War I? A. Mexico B. Japan C. Turkey D. Russia None 1 out of 40 Time is Up! Time's up