According to Posen, what is the difference between offensive and defensive realists on the subject of unipole behavior?

a. Offensive realists argue that the pole will seek to unilaterally shape the international system while defensive realists argue that it will seek coalitions.
b. Offensive realists argue that the pole will seek coalitions while defensive realists argue that it will seek to unilaterally shape the international system.
c. Offensive realists argue that the pole will lose interest in international politics while defensive realists argue that the pole will take advantage of its status.
d. Offensive realists argue that the pole will take advantage of its status, while defensive realists argue that the pole will lose interest in international politics.

d

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Because congressional districts in the House are often homogenous, cohesive units, a House member's constituency is

A.) likely to share a fairly unified position on many issues B.) more likely to be evenly divided on high-profile issues C.) unlikely to have a unified opinion on issues D.) usually more divisive and hostile toward the federal government

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When public opinion shifts, policy tends to

A. remain stable. B. move in the opposite direction. C. follow public opinion. D. follow only the opinion of the political elite. E. follow only the opinion of the general public.

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