Question 1

To counter new security threats posed by non-state actors,the United States has shifted from a policy of deterrence to a policy of appeasement.

Accepted Answer

The United States has not shifted from a policy of deterrence to a policy of appeasement. In fact, the US continues to rely on deterrence as a key element of its national security strategy. The US government has also pursued a range of other policies to counter non-state actors, such as targeted strikes, border security measures, intelligence gathering and sharing, and efforts to build partnerships with friendly governments and organizations.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a bilateral treaty?

Accepted Answer

A bilateral treaty is an agreement between two countries.C is the only choice that describes an agreement between the United States and another specific country (Israel).

Question 3

Security includes transportation,infrastructure,and energy supplies.

Accepted Answer

Security is a broad term that includes various areas such as transportation, infrastructure, and energy supplies. Ensuring safety and protection in these sectors is crucial for a secure society.

Question 4

Until the early twentieth century,the United States rejected the idea of isolationism.

Accepted Answer

The United States initially followed a policy of isolationism, avoiding involvement in foreign affairs, until the early twentieth century when it began to expand its influence overseas.

Question 5

The Bush doctrine asserts that the United States will no longer attack other nations unless the United States is attacked first.

Accepted Answer

The Bush doctrine, also known as the pre-emptive strike doctrine, stated that the United States had the right to attack other nations if it believed that they posed a threat to national security. This was famously demonstrated in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Question 6

Preemption is another name for preventative war.

Accepted Answer

Preemption refers to a military action taken to prevent an attack by an enemy, while preventative war refers to a war initiated in order to prevent a potential future threat. Both terms generally refer to the same type of action.

Question 7

The United States generally avoids making foreign policy on the basis of economic considerations.

Accepted Answer

The United States frequently makes foreign policy decisions with economic considerations in mind, such as imposing or lifting economic sanctions, negotiating trade agreements, and providing foreign aid.

Question 8

The United States supports the 1997 Kyoto Protocol.

Accepted Answer

The United States did not ratify the Kyoto Protocol.

Question 9

The Central Intelligence Agency,the Department of State,the Department of Defense,and the Joint Chiefs of Staff have historically worked very well together to coordinate American foreign policy in the direction of a single,unified strategy.

Accepted Answer

Historically, there have been significant instances of disagreement and lack of coordination among these agencies, leading to conflicting strategies and approaches in American foreign policy.

Question 10

In the post-Cold War era,non-state actors have generally been deterred from action against the United States by the same means that deter nation-state actors.

Accepted Answer

Non-state actors, such as terrorists and insurgent groups, are often not deterred by the same means as nation-state actors, such as military or economic sanctions. Non-state actors may be driven by ideological or religious motivations, and therefore traditional deterrence methods may not work. Additionally, non-state actors often do not have a defined territory or population to protect, which can make them more difficult to deter.

Question 11

The United States supports several international efforts to protect the environment.

Accepted Answer

The United States is a member of several international agreements and initiatives aimed at protecting the environment, including the Paris Agreement, the Convention on Biological Diversity, and the Global Climate Action Summit. The country also has its own domestic laws and policies aimed at environmental protection.

Question 12

What is the most visible instrument of foreign policy?

Accepted Answer

Military force is the most visible instrument of foreign policy because it involves the deployment and use of troops, equipment, and resources in a highly visible and public manner. Military interventions and conflicts tend to receive widespread media coverage and capture public attention, making it the most visible foreign policy tool.

Question 13

Which of these is NOT a potential cost of U.S.military action?

Accepted Answer

Intervention by the World Trade Organization is not a potential cost of U.S. military action as the WTO primarily deals with international trade agreements and disputes, not military interventions. The other options listed are all potential costs of military action.

Question 14

The United States and Canada left Mexico largely out of the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Accepted Answer

Mexico was included in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) along with the United States and Canada, which was signed in 1994.

Question 15

The World Trade Organization prohibits bilateral and regional trade agreements.

Accepted Answer

The World Trade Organization allows for bilateral and regional trade agreements as long as they are consistent with WTO rules and do not create barriers to trade with non-member countries.

Question 16

Treaties between two countries are referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Bilateral treaties are agreements between two countries. Bipolar refers to having two opposing states or powers, and is not related to treaties. Bicameral refers to a legislative body having two chambers, and is also not related to treaties. Bipartite refers to two parties or groups involved in a legal or political matter, but is not specific to treaties. Dual state refers to a political system in which power is divided between the central government and regional governments, and is not related to treaties.

Question 17

The United States has a long-standing commitment to human rights and is a party to most major international agreements concerning human rights.

Accepted Answer

The United States has ratified most of the major international agreements concerning human rights, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Convention Against Torture. Additionally, the US government has established numerous institutions and initiatives to promote and protect human rights both domestically and internationally.

Question 18

To many Americans,the chief purpose of the nation's foreign policy is protection of America's security.

Accepted Answer

Many Americans prioritize national security as the primary objective of foreign policy.

Question 19

When the United States asked the International Court of Justice to resolve a long-standing dispute with Italy over American property confiscated by the Italian government,it exemplified the resolution of conflict through the process called:

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

The United States makes humanitarian considerations its first priority when setting foreign policy.

Accepted Answer

While the United States may take humanitarian considerations into account, it is not always the first priority when setting foreign policy. Other factors such as national security, economic interests, and political alliances also play significant roles in shaping US foreign policy.

Quiz 14: Foreign Policy