Instructions: Write an essay on one topic from each of the following sections (3 essays total), drawing from the course lectures, readings, and tutorial discussions. Each essay must be written in essay format, including an introduction, body, and conclusion. Spelling and/or grammar mistakes will not be penalized, but your writing must be in complete sentences and not in point form.

POLS 2201 B

Introduction to International Politics

Fall 2020

Final Exam

The exam will need to be submitted no later than 9:00 am on Thursday December 17 via the link located on the Eclass course site as a Word file. On the first page of the exam indicate your name, the course number (POLS 2201 B), the date and your TA’s name. Late exams will not be graded. If you experience any technical problems, attach the file to an email and send to your TA ON TIME. Upload the file on Eclass as soon as possible thereafter.

Instructions: Write an essay on one topic from each of the following sections (3 essays total), drawing from the course lectures, readings, and tutorial discussions. Each essay must be written in essay format, including an introduction, body, and conclusion. Spelling and/or grammar mistakes will not be penalized, but your writing must be in complete sentences and not in point form.

Please note:

-the use of sources outside of the course material is strictly forbidden and will be penalized

-as in any essay, quotations must be used sparingly (very few and short)

-each essay should be a maximum of 750 words

Essay topics (select and write an essay on one topic from each section; total 3 essays)

Section A (select 1)

1. Sovereignty has been an important and contentious concept in the modern era. Discuss its different meanings in different contexts. How relevant is sovereignty today?

Section B (select 1)

1. Since the 1800s, the liberal state has shifted from the minimal to the Keynesian and then the neoliberal state. Outline the crises that caused these shifts and the major components of each type of state.

Section C (select 1)

1. Does everyone win with the globalization of trade and finance? Discuss with reference to International Financial Institutions and trade agreements.

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