The correct answer is A. Domination.
Hegemony is the predominance of one state over others, especially in the international system. It can be achieved through military, economic, or cultural means. Domination is the exercise of power over another person or group, often in a way that is oppressive or unfair.
Materialism is the belief that the physical world is the only reality, and that everything else is an illusion. Subordination is the act of placing someone or something in a lower position than another. Booty is the spoils of war, especially valuable goods or money that are taken from the enemy.
A. Domination is the most similar to hegemony because it refers to the exercise of power over another person or group. Hegemony can be achieved through domination, and domination can lead to hegemony.
B. Materialism is not a synonym of hegemony because it refers to the belief that the physical world is the only reality. Hegemony does not necessarily involve a belief in materialism.
C. Subordination is not a synonym of hegemony because it refers to the act of placing someone or something in a lower position than another. Hegemony does not necessarily involve subordination.
D. Booty is not a synonym of hegemony because it refers to the spoils of war. Hegemony does not necessarily involve the taking of spoils of war.