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  1. What is the primary focus of peace and conflict studies?
  • A. Analyzing economic growth
  • B. Understanding causes and resolutions of conflicts
  • C. Promoting competitive behavior
  • D. Studying environmental science
  • Answer: B
  1. Which of the following is NOT a form of conflict?
  • A. Interpersonal
  • B. Intrapersonal
  • C. Intergroup
  • D. Intraeconomic
  • Answer: D
  1. Conflict typically arises when two or more parties…
  • A. Agree on the same goals
  • B. Disagree over interests or values
  • C. Communicate effectively
  • D. Share resources equally
  • Answer: B
  1. Which term refers to conflict within an individual?
  • A. Interpersonal conflict
  • B. Intrapersonal conflict
  • C. Intergroup conflict
  • D. Intragroup conflict
  • Answer: B
  1. Interpersonal conflict occurs between…
  • A. Nations
  • B. Individuals
  • C. Groups within a society
  • D. Different regions
  • Answer: B
  1. The process of conflict management aims to…
  • A. Ignore conflicts
  • B. Resolve or minimize conflict
  • C. Exacerbate conflicts
  • D. Encourage conflicts
  • Answer: B
  1. Which of the following is a common cause of conflict?
  • A. Mutual understanding
  • B. Communication breakdown
  • C. Economic stability
  • D. Common interests
  • Answer: B
  1. Conflict resolution involves…
  • A. Escalating the dispute
  • B. Using peaceful means to settle disputes
  • C. Ignoring the conflict
  • D. Reducing all forms of communication
  • Answer: B
  1. Which strategy is most effective for conflict prevention?
  • A. Ignoring grievances
  • B. Open communication and negotiation
  • C. Retaliation
  • D. Avoiding interaction
  • Answer: B
  1. Conflict transformation focuses on…
    • A. Destroying relationships
    • B. Changing the nature of the conflict to achieve positive outcomes
    • C. Reducing all forms of communication
    • D. Ignoring conflict situations
    • Answer: B
  2. Which of these is NOT a type of conflict?
    • A. Interpersonal
    • B. Institutional
    • C. Globalization
    • D. Intrapersonal
    • Answer: C
  3. Sources of conflict can include all EXCEPT…
    • A. Values
    • B. Interests
    • C. Shared goals
    • D. Scarce resources
    • Answer: C
  4. A conflict between different ethnic groups is called…
    • A. Intergroup conflict
    • B. International conflict
    • C. Intrapersonal conflict
    • D. Economic conflict
    • Answer: A
  5. What is a primary aim of peace studies?
    • A. To support aggressive behaviors
    • B. To promote sustainable peace and resolve conflicts
    • C. To engage in power struggles
    • D. To isolate groups in conflict
    • Answer: B
  6. Which approach helps in understanding the root causes of a conflict?
    • A. Avoidance
    • B. Structural analysis
    • C. Suppression
    • D. Competition
    • Answer: B
  7. Which factor does NOT typically cause conflict?
    • A. Miscommunication
    • B. Equal resource distribution
    • C. Competing interests
    • D. Cultural differences
    • Answer: B
  8. Conflict management is often aimed at…
    • A. Ignoring disagreements
    • B. Achieving peaceful coexistence
    • C. Promoting continuous conflict
    • D. Avoiding resolutions
    • Answer: B
  9. An unresolved conflict may lead to…
    • A. Strengthened relationships
    • B. Increased hostility and violence
    • C. Mutual understanding
    • D. Economic prosperity
    • Answer: B
  10. Which of these methods is best suited for conflict resolution?
    • A. Retaliation
    • B. Mediation
    • C. Neglect
    • D. Competition
    • Answer: B
  11. Peacebuilding involves…
    • A. Ignoring differences
    • B. Establishing enduring peace and security
    • C. Escalating conflicts
    • D. Avoiding communication
    • Answer: B
  12. In conflict analysis, understanding ‘sources’ refers to…
    • A. Ignoring the cause
    • B. Analyzing the origin of the conflict
    • C. Escalating the issue
    • D. Removing communication channels
    • Answer: B
  13. Which term best describes third-party intervention in a conflict?
    • A. Retaliation
    • B. Aggression
    • C. Mediation
    • D. Avoidance
    • Answer: C
  14. A conflict that arises from misunderstandings in communication is called…
    • A. Economic conflict
    • B. Ideological conflict
    • C. Communication conflict
    • D. Social conflict
    • Answer: C
  15. One of the primary causes of student-centered conflicts is…
    • A. Peaceful discussions
    • B. Communication barriers
    • C. Mutual understanding
    • D. Economic empowerment
    • Answer: B
  16. Which of the following is NOT a conflict management technique?
    • A. Mediation
    • B. Arbitration
    • C. Conflict escalation
    • D. Negotiation
    • Answer: C
  17. Conflict prevention involves…
    • A. Escalating issues
    • B. Addressing root causes of conflict
    • C. Ignoring problems
    • D. Avoiding all communication
    • Answer: B
  18. Indigenous conflict resolution methods often rely on…
    • A. External intervention
    • B. Traditional practices and customs
    • C. Modern legal systems
    • D. Ignoring conflicts
    • Answer: B
  19. Which of these strategies aims at transforming a conflict into a positive interaction?
    • A. Suppression
    • B. Conflict transformation
    • C. Escalation
    • D. Retaliation
    • Answer: B
  20. The role of women in peacebuilding is often…
    • A. Overlooked
    • B. Negligible
    • C. Crucial for lasting peace
    • D. Discouraged
    • Answer: C
  21. What is the focus of conflict analysis?
    • A. Escalating the issue
    • B. Understanding the dynamics and factors of conflict
    • C. Avoiding conflict
    • D. Ignoring causes
    • Answer: B
  22. Which of the following is a principle of conflict resolution?
    • A. Revenge
    • B. Collaboration
    • C. Suppression
    • D. Ignorance
    • Answer: B
  23. Conflict can sometimes be beneficial when it leads to…
    • A. Violence
    • B. Increased tensions
    • C. Positive change
    • D. Long-term division
    • Answer: C
  24. The process of ‘mediation’ involves…
    • A. Direct confrontation between parties
    • B. A neutral third party helping to resolve the dispute
    • C. Ignoring the conflict
    • D. Taking sides to support one party
    • Answer: B
  25. Which of the following is an example of an intrapersonal conflict?
    • A. A disagreement between friends
    • B. A person struggling with self-doubt
    • C. A conflict between two nations
    • D. A conflict between two students over grades
    • Answer: B
  26. Which approach encourages people to listen to and understand each other during a conflict?
    • A. Aggression
    • B. Negotiation
    • C. Avoidance
    • D. Isolation
    • Answer: B
  27. Which of the following best describes ‘conflict escalation’?
    • A. Reducing the intensity of the conflict
    • B. Increasing tensions and hostility between parties
    • C. Finding common ground
    • D. Ignoring the issue
    • Answer: B
  28. Conflict management often requires…
    • A. Punishment
    • B. Compromise and cooperation
    • C. Retaliation
    • D. Ignoring the issue
    • Answer: B
  29. Which of the following is NOT a type of conflict resolution strategy?
    • A. Competing
    • B Avoiding
    • C. Compromise
    • D. Eliminating
    • Answer: D
  30. Which of these terms refers to ‘conflict avoidance’?
    • A. Ignoring the issue
    • B. Mediating the conflict
    • C. Encouraging communication
    • D. Creating dialogue
    • Answer: A
  31. What is the goal of ‘dialogue’ in conflict resolution?
    • A. To create division
    • B. To increase tension
    • C. To foster mutual understanding
    • D. To discourage interaction
    • Answer: C
  32. What is an essential component of conflict transformation?
    • A. Confrontation
    • B. Fostering deeper understanding and addressing root causes
    • C. Ignoring all parties involved
    • D. Escalating the conflict
    • Answer: B
  33. Which of the following conflicts is often seen in the workplace?
    • A. Interpersonal conflicts
    • B. Intergroup conflicts
    • C. Intrapersonal conflicts
    • D. Intergovernmental conflicts
    • Answer: A
  34. In peace and conflict studies, the term ‘justice’ refers to…
    • A. A strict, punitive system
    • B. Fair treatment and fairness in resolving disputes
    • C. The absence of conflict
    • D. Inequality between parties
    • Answer: B
  35. Which of the following is a sign of conflict resolution success?
    • A. Increased division
    • B. Mutual understanding and cooperation
    • C. More hostilities
    • D. Increased resentment
    • Answer: B
  36. The term ‘negotiation’ in conflict resolution means…
    • A. Finding a middle ground between conflicting parties
    • B. Escalating the conflict to higher authorities
    • C. Avoiding any resolution
    • D. Aggressively forcing one party to accept terms
    • Answer: A
  37. Which is an important element of peacebuilding?
    • A. Prolonging conflicts
    • B. Strengthening social cohesion
    • C. Eliminating dialogue
    • D. Encouraging division
    • Answer: B
  38. A peaceful resolution of a conflict is typically…
    • A. Temporary
    • B. Short-term
    • C. Lasting and sustainable
    • D. Unimportant
    • Answer: C
  39. Which of the following is a key factor in conflict prevention?
    • A. Communication breakdown
    • B. Early intervention and dialogue
    • C. Ignoring early signs of conflict
    • D. Avoiding difficult conversations
    • Answer: B
  40. What does the term ‘conflict de-escalation’ mean?
    • A. Intensifying the conflict
    • B. Reducing the intensity and hostility of the conflict
    • C. Ignoring the problem
    • D. Letting conflict spread
    • Answer: B
  41. Which of these is a common approach in peacebuilding efforts?
    • A. Aggression
    • B. Restorative justice
    • C. Conflict escalation
    • D. Isolation
    • Answer: B
  42. Which of the following describes the role of diplomacy in conflict resolution?
    • A. To use force to end conflict
    • B. To facilitate discussions and peaceful agreements
    • C. To ignore the parties involved
    • D. To make demands without negotiation
    • Answer: B

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