Question 1

The use of a blend of propaganda techniques and modern information warfare to cast an enemy into a less favorable light,mold the public image of a conflict,and clarify the goals of U.S.foreign policy is called __________ diplomacy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The use of a blend of propaganda...

Question 2

U.S.involvement in the "Arab Spring" uprisings and U.S.participation with NATO in the air war over Libya are examples of the United States using the theory of deterrence to promote democracy.

Accepted Answer

The theory of deterrence involves using the threat of force to prevent an adversary from taking certain actions. U.S. involvement in the "Arab Spring" and the Libya conflict were not primarily driven by a desire to deter other countries or groups from similar actions. While promoting democracy may have been a stated goal, the U.S. involvement was more often motivated by concerns about national security, protecting human rights, or promoting stability in the region.

Question 3

The __________ was the U.S.effort to help rebuild Western Europe after World War II.

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The answer of The __________ was the U.S.effort to help...

Question 4

The director of National Intelligence was ultimately responsible for the failure of the various U.S.intelligence agencies to coordinate the information about Al-Qaeda before the terrorist attacks on September 11,2001.

Accepted Answer

The position of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) was created in 2004, after the September 11, 2001 attacks, in response to the failure to coordinate intelligence. Prior to this, there was no single official overseeing all U.S. intelligence agencies.

Question 5

The secretary of state spearheads U.S.diplomatic efforts on behalf of the president.

Accepted Answer

The secretary of state is the highest-ranking diplomat in the U.S. government and is responsible for carrying out the president's foreign policies and representing the United States in international discussions and negotiations. Therefore, it can be concluded that the statement is true.

Question 6

Congress ended the military draft shortly before the end of the Vietnam War.

Accepted Answer

Congress ended the military draft in 1973, which was shortly before the end of the Vietnam War in 1975.

Question 7

The Central Intelligence Agency no longer uses spies and undercover agents to monitor foreign threats.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. The CIA still uses spies and undercover agents to monitor foreign threats as a part of their intelligence gathering operations.

Question 8

The "__________ complex" is a term coined by President Dwight Eisenhower in his Farewell Address when he warned that the United States must be wary of supporting defense spending as a way to protect jobs.

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The answer of The "__________ complex" is a term coined...

Question 9

The primary role of the Foreign Service is to carry out military policy as directed by the commander in chief.

Accepted Answer

The primary role of the Foreign Service is to promote and protect the interests of the United States abroad, including diplomatic and economic relations, cultural exchange programs, and security cooperation. While the Foreign Service works closely with the military, it is not responsible for carrying out military policy. That is the role of the Department of Defense.

Question 10

The president does not have absolute authority to act on foreign and defense policy matters,even in troubled times.

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Constitution divides powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to ensure a system of checks and balances. While the president has a significant role in foreign and defense policy, their authority is not absolute - for example, Congress must declare war and approve certain appointments and treaties. Additionally, federal courts have the power to review and strike down executive actions that exceed the president's authority.

Question 11

The George W.Bush administration's stated reason for __________ was the danger posed by weapons of mass destruction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The George W.Bush administration's stated reason for...

Question 12

The Bush Doctrine was based on a multilateral approach to foreign policy.

Accepted Answer

The Bush Doctrine was based on a unilateral approach to foreign policy, particularly in the case of the Iraq War. The doctrine emphasized preemptive strikes and the use of military force to prevent perceived threats to American national security, without necessarily seeking approval or support from other nations.

Question 13

The day-to-day work of organizing for defense is the job of the State Department.

Accepted Answer

The day-to-day work of organizing for defense is typically the job of the Department of Defense, not the State Department. The State Department focuses on foreign policy and diplomatic efforts.

Question 14

The United States and the Soviet Union were the main adversaries in the Cold War.

Accepted Answer

The United States and the Soviet Union were indeed the main adversaries in the Cold War, which lasted from the end of World War II in 1945 until the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991.

Question 15

The Joint Chiefs of Staff serve as advisers to the president on military policy.

Accepted Answer

The Joint Chiefs of Staff are the highest ranking military officers of the United States Armed Forces and serve as the principal military advisers to the President, the National Security Council, and the Secretary of Defense.

Question 16

The recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were quick and decisive military and diplomatic victories for the United States.

Accepted Answer

The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were not quick and decisive victories for the United States. Both wars lasted for years, costing thousands of lives and billions of dollars. Additionally, both countries remain unstable and continue to face ongoing conflicts and insurgencies.

Question 17

Barack Obama's approach to U.S.foreign policy is best described as isolationist.

Accepted Answer

Barack Obama's approach to U.S. foreign policy was not isolationist. He focused on multilateralism and engagement with other countries, particularly in areas such as climate change and nuclear disarmament.

Question 18

After World War II,the victors of the war established an international arena for exercising traditional diplomacy and promoting world peace,known as the __________,which now has 189 members.

Accepted Answer

The answer of After World War II,the victors of the...

Question 19

The primary responsibility of the National Security Council is to advise Congress about national and defense policy.

Accepted Answer

The primary responsibility of the National Security Council is to advise the President on national security and foreign policy matters. While they may also provide guidance to Congress, advising Congress is not their primary responsibility.

Question 20

U.S.foreign policy toward China is largely driven by the fact that China is a large market in an increasingly global economy.

Accepted Answer

The U.S. foreign policy toward China is influenced by a variety of factors including economic, security, and human rights concerns. However, China's status as a large and growing market in the global economy does play a significant role in shaping U.S. engagement with China.

Quiz 18: Making Foreign and Defense Policy