Saying That Germany Is a Reluctant Hegemon Means That the Country

question 20

Multiple Choice

Saying that Germany is a reluctant hegemon means that the country

• A) refuses to use its military outside of Europe but has been willing to do so within Europe.
• B) is hesitant to take on a greater role in the European Union but desires to have a greater role in the United Nations.
• C) is cautious but influential in world affairs.
• D) is unwilling to become too involved in security alliances but very willing to become involved in international economic organizations.
• E) is indecisive in its foreign policy decision making.

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