Question 1

What is the most important international organization for promoting free trade?

Accepted Answer

The WTO (World Trade Organization) is the most important international organization for promoting free trade. It is composed of 164 member countries and operates a system of rules that govern international trade. The WTO's main function is to ensure that trade flows as smoothly, predictably, and freely as possible. It is responsible for negotiating and implementing trade agreements, resolving disputes between member countries, and providing technical assistance and training to developing countries to support their trade capacity. The other options listed (G-8, FIFA, IMF, NAFTA) are not primarily focused on promoting free trade.

Question 2

The oft-discussed notion from the Cold War that the United States should attack the Soviet Union before the Soviet Union attacks the United States is an example of the policy of:

Accepted Answer

The idea of attacking the Soviet Union before it attacks the United States is an example of a preventative war policy, which is the belief that a country should take preemptive military action to prevent an attack by an enemy or to destroy their ability to attack. This approach assumes that the enemy is planning to attack and that a first strike by the US will prevent or deter the enemy from launching its own attack.

Question 3

The era of confrontation with the former Soviet Union is known as the:

Accepted Answer

The era of confrontation with the former Soviet Union is commonly referred to as the Cold War.

Question 4

What does a policy of deterrence require?

Accepted Answer

A policy of deterrence requires having large military forces. The idea behind deterrence is to persuade an opposing country that starting a conflict or attacking would result in a disproportionate response, making it not worth the effort. This can only be achieved if a country has a credible and strong military force that presents a threat to the opposing country.

Question 5

In his farewell address,which president warned the American people to "steer clear of permanent alliances" and "to have . . . as little political connection as possible" with foreign nations?

Accepted Answer

This warning was given by George Washington in his farewell address in 1796. He believed that the US should remain neutral in foreign affairs and not get entangled in the political affairs and alliances of other nations. This advice became known as the policy of isolationism, which the US followed for much of its early history.

Question 6

Another name for the strategy of preventative war is:

Accepted Answer

The strategy of launching a war in anticipation of an imminent attack from an enemy is known as preemptive war or preventive war. This strategy is aimed at preventing the adversary from gaining any advantage by launching an attack first. It is different from a preemptive strike, which involves launching an attack before the adversary can launch their own attack. The other options, such as prospective engagement, appeasement war, cold war, and strike warfare, do not accurately describe the strategy of preventative war.

Question 7

To many Americans,what is the chief purpose of the nation's foreign policy?

Accepted Answer

Protecting America's security is often cited as the chief purpose of the nation's foreign policy, particularly in the wake of terrorist attacks and threats from hostile nations. While other goals such as promoting human rights and preserving the global environment may also be pursued, they are often seen as secondary to the overarching goal of safeguarding national security.

Question 8

Which term describes the desire to avoid involvement in the affairs of other nations?

Accepted Answer

Isolationism is the term that describes the desire to avoid involvement in the affairs of other nations. Unilateralism refers to the tendency of a country to act alone without the support or cooperation of other nations. Uniformity refers to the state of being uniform or identical, while solitarism and deterrence are not relevant to the given question.

Question 9

The Monroe Doctrine is based on which of the following principles?

Accepted Answer

The Monroe Doctrine was a policy of isolationism put forth by President James Monroe in 1823. The doctrine's purpose was to assert American influence in the Western Hemisphere and to prevent European colonization or intervention in the region.

Question 10

The "global war on terror" is an expression of which of the following foreign policies?

Accepted Answer

The "global war on terror" reflects a policy of preemption, which involves taking military action against potential threats before they have the chance to attack. This approach was used by the George W. Bush administration to justify the invasion of Iraq and other interventions in the Middle East.

Question 11

After the 2008 election,how did the Obama administration initially respond to hostile states?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

When the United States granted China the best tariff rate it gives to any nation,it extended what status to China?

Accepted Answer

The best tariff rate granted to China by the United States indicates that China has been granted the most favored nation status.

Question 13

An agreement to offer a trading partner the lowest tariff rate given to other trading partners is called:

Accepted Answer

Most favored nation status is an agreement in which a country promises to offer a trading partner the lowest tariff rate given to other trading partners. This promotes equal treatment among trading partners and helps to prevent discrimination.

Question 14

A group other than a nation-state that attempts to play a role in the international system is also known as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A non-state actor refers to any actor in the international system that is not a nation-state. This could refer to multinational corporations, terrorist organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), or even individuals.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of deterrence?

Accepted Answer

Deterrence refers to the act of preventing hostile action by demonstrating the capability and willingness to retaliate. Moving to increase the size of the military is an example of deterrence because it sends a message to potential aggressors that the United States has the ability to respond forcefully to any hostile act. The other options given do not fit the definition of deterrence.

Question 16

The security policy developed by the United States in the aftermath of World War II is known as:

Accepted Answer

The security policy developed by the United States in the aftermath of World War II is known as deterrence, which involved building up the military and nuclear weapons capabilities in order to discourage other nations from attacking the US or its allies.

Question 17

A terrorist group is an example of a(n):

Accepted Answer

A terrorist group is a type of non-state actor, meaning it is not a government or state entity. Non-state actors can include organizations, individuals, or groups that operate outside of traditional state structures and have their own interests, goals, and tactics.

Question 18

The foreign policy based on the idea that the United States should take preemptive action against threats to its national security is the ________ doctrine.

Accepted Answer

The Bush doctrine was first articulated in 2002 and asserted that the United States had the right to take preemptive action against perceived threats to its national security, even without the approval of the United Nations. This policy was used as a justification for the United States invasion of Iraq in 2003.

Question 19

The term security encompasses all of the following EXCEPT ensuring:

Accepted Answer

Ensuring environmental preservation is not typically considered a part of traditional security measures, while the other options listed are more commonly associated with security concerns.

Question 20

The policy option discussed during the Cold War that the United States should show peaceful intentions in an attempt to placate the Soviet Union is an example of the policy of:

Accepted Answer

The policy option discussed during the Cold War that the United States should show peaceful intentions in an attempt to placate the Soviet Union is an example of the policy of appeasement. This concept refers to the act of making concessions to an aggressive or hostile power to avoid conflict or aggression. The United States attempted to avoid a direct confrontation with the Soviet Union by showing goodwill and peaceful intentions, hoping that it would result in a de-escalation of tensions between the two superpowers.

Quiz 14: Foreign Policy