US Foreign Policy: Diplomacy, Intervention, and Trade

Question 1

Precise Question: Which entity plays a critical role in coordinating United States foreign policy on the national level?

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Balanced Option 1: The National Security Council

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Balanced Option 2: The Department of State

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Balanced Option 3: The United Nations Security Council

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Balanced Option 4: The World Bank

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of American foreign policy?

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Economic Supremacy

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National Interest

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Non-Interventionism

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Collective Security

Question 3

According to the Monroe Doctrine, the United States claimed the right to:

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Oppose further European colonization in the Western Hemisphere

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Meddle in European affairs

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Establish colonies in South America

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Annex Cuba as a territory

Question 4

What was a primary objective of the Marshall Plan?

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Foster economic recovery in war-torn Europe

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Contain the spread of communism

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Establish military alliances worldwide

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Organize an international peace conference

Question 5

According to the Truman Doctrine, the United States:

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Would support democratic nations facing communist threats

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Would intervene militarily in any country threatened by communism

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Would build a global network of military bases

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Would provide economic aid to all developing countries

Question 6

The Vietnam War marked a significant turning point in American foreign policy primarily because it:

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Eroded public trust in government

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Ended the Cold War

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Led to the establishment of the United Nations

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Boosted the American economy

Question 7

What is the term for the use of military force in foreign policy?

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Intervention

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Diplomacy

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Sanctions

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Trade

Question 8

Which principle is NOT a cornerstone of the United States' foreign policy strategy?

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Withdrawing from active participation in global affairs

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Advancing democratic ideals and human rights

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Maintaining a robust military force

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Protecting US citizens and their interests abroad

Question 9

Which principle has been a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy since the Cold War ended?

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Promoting democracy and human rights globally

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Containing the spread of communism

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Avoiding involvement in other nations' affairs

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Maintaining economic isolation from other countries

Question 10

The use of armed force by the US government to achieve foreign policy objectives is referred to as:

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Intervention

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Diplomacy

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Sanctions

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Negotiation

Question 11

Which branch of the US government is responsible for conducting diplomatic negotiations with foreign countries?

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Executive branch

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Legislative branch

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Judicial branch

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Military

Question 12

The international organization that facilitates global cooperation and conflict resolution is the:

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United Nations

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World Bank

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

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European Union

Question 13

The concept of 'soft power' in foreign policy refers to:

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Influencing other countries through cultural and diplomatic means

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Using military force to coerce other countries

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Implementing economic sanctions to punish undesirable behavior

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Threatening countries with nuclear weapons

Question 14

In President George Washington's Farewell Address, which principle of U.S. foreign policy did he advise against?

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Forming permanent alliances

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Promoting free trade

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Intervening in foreign affairs to protect American interests

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Maintaining a strong military

Question 15

What is the primary objective of the United States' military involvement in foreign territories?

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Safeguarding American interests and citizens

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Promoting democratic ideals and human rights

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Expanding U.S. territorial boundaries

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Exploiting natural resources for economic gain

Question 16

What is the key distinction between a treaty and an executive agreement?

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Treaties require approval by the U.S. Senate, while executive agreements do not

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Executive agreements have greater legal authority than treaties

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Treaties are negotiated by the President, while executive agreements are negotiated by the Secretary of State

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There is no difference in the legal standing of treaties and executive agreements

Question 17

What is the underlying principle of the Monroe Doctrine?

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Assertive U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere

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Non-interference in European political affairs

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Establishment of boundaries between the U.S. and Mexico

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Resolution of the Oregon border dispute with Great Britain

Question 18

Which doctrine asserted US dominance in the Western Hemisphere?

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The Monroe Doctrine

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The Truman Doctrine

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The Bush Doctrine

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The Obama Doctrine

Question 19

Which of the following is a diplomatic strategy that involves imposing penalties or restrictions?

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Sanctions

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Negotiation

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Military intervention

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Aid and assistance

Question 20

The doctrine of 'realism' in international relations emphasizes:

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The importance of national power and interests in shaping foreign policy

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The role of international law and morality in guiding foreign policy

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The inevitability of conflict as a defining feature of international relations

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The futility of war and the need for peaceful cooperation

Question 21

Identify the military alliance that connects the United States with several European and North American nations.

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

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Organization of American States (OAS)

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Warsaw Pact

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Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

Question 22

Which of the following is not a conventional tool employed by the United States in its foreign policy strategy?

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Cyber warfare and digital diplomacy

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Diplomatic negotiations

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Economic sanctions and embargoes

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Military intervention

Question 23

Name the historical doctrine that asserts the right of the United States to intervene in the affairs of nations within the Western Hemisphere.

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Monroe Doctrine

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Roosevelt Corollary

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Truman Doctrine

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Bush Doctrine

Question 24

Identify the international agreement aimed at mitigating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Paris Agreement

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Kyoto Protocol

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Montreal Protocol

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Vienna Convention on Ozone Depleting Substances

Question 25

Which of the following is not a fundamental principle of effective diplomatic negotiations?

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Employing threats and coercion

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Clear and respectful communication

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Building trust and mutual understanding

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Valuing cultural diversity and perspectives

Question 26

Diplomatic Instrument for Negotiations

Which diplomatic tool is commonly used to negotiate agreements and resolve conflicts between nations?

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Treaties

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Summit meetings

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Embassies

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Sanctions

Question 27

Responsibility for Foreign Policy

Which branch of the US government is primarily responsible for conducting foreign policy?

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Executive branch

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Legislative branch

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Judicial branch

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Department of Defense

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a key goal of US foreign policy?

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Protect the environment

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Promote national security

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Advance economic interests

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Promote democracy and human rights

Question 29

What is the primary tool used by the US to achieve its foreign policy objectives?

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Diplomacy

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Military intervention

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Economic sanctions

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Threat of force

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of a hard power strategy in foreign policy?

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Use of military force

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Negotiation and compromise

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Providing foreign aid

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Cultural exchange programs

Question 31

What was a major turning point in US foreign policy after World War II?

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The adoption of the Truman Doctrine

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The Korean War

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The Vietnam War

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The Gulf War

Question 32

Define 'soft power' in the context of US foreign policy. Discuss its key tools and limitations.

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The ability to influence others through persuasion and attraction, rather than coercion or force.

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The use of economic measures to promote or deter certain behaviors in other countries.

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The use of diplomacy and negotiation to resolve conflicts and build relationships.

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The use of military force to achieve foreign policy objectives.

Question 33

How does international law shape the United States' foreign policy decisions, and what are its core principles?

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International law establishes principles and norms that guide US foreign policy and shape its international conduct.

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International law offers non-binding suggestions that the US may or may not follow.

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International law provides guidance, but the US government makes final decisions.

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International law primarily restricts US actions without providing a framework for cooperation.

Question 34

Which of the following is a primary objective of US foreign policy?

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To maintain global stability and security

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To dominate the global economy

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To impose American values worldwide

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To establish a global government

Question 35

What is the President's primary role in shaping US foreign policy?

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The President serves as the chief architect and executor of foreign policy.

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The President has no direct involvement in foreign policy matters.

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The President must obtain approval from Congress before implementing foreign policy decisions.

Question 36

What is the primary objective of the Monroe Doctrine?

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To prevent European colonization in the Americas.

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To allow the United States to annex territories in the Americas.

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To guarantee US support for American nations facing European threats.

Question 37

What is the primary reason for the United States' involvement in international organizations?

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To foster cooperation and address global challenges.

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To establish global dominance.

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To impose American values on other nations.

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To solely protect American interests.

Question 38

What is the primary function of the National Security Council?

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To provide counsel to the President on matters of national security.

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To conduct military operations.

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To formulate foreign policy.

Question 39

Which of the following is a form of military intervention employed by the United States?

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Peacekeeping

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Trade

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Sanctions

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Diplomacy

Question 40

How has globalization impacted US foreign policy?

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It has heightened the interconnectedness of nations and made it more challenging to isolate issues.

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It has reduced the need for US involvement in international affairs.

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It has strengthened the power and influence of the United States.

Question 41

Which of the following is a fundamental goal of US foreign policy?

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Promoting democracy and human rights

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Establishing economic dominance over other nations

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Supporting oppressive regimes

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Eliminating all forms of government regulation

Question 42

What is a common diplomatic tool employed by the US to negotiate with other countries?

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Treaties

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Assassination

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Economic sanctions

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Military intervention

Question 43

Which of the following is a potential benefit of international trade for the US?

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Access to a wider range of goods and services

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Guaranteed military superiority

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Elimination of economic competition

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Reduced global cooperation

Question 44

What is the primary function of the US Department of State?

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Conducts diplomatic relations with other nations

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Enforces environmental regulations

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Provides financial aid to developing countries

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Oversees military operations

Question 45

Which of the following is a reason for US involvement in foreign conflicts?

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Protecting national security interests

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Spreading communism globally

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Increasing domestic popularity

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Profiting from arms sales

Question 46

What is the doctrine of isolationism?

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The policy of avoiding involvement in foreign affairs

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The principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries

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The policy of expanding a nation's territory through military conquest

Question 47

What is meant by the concept of soft power?

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The ability to influence others through persuasion and attraction

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The power derived from a nation's economic resources

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The use of military force to achieve foreign policy goals