National Security Policy

Question 1

What is the most likely reason why the United States would send military aid to countries controlled by dictators?

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to stop a larger enemy or threat

Question 2

What is the purpose of establishing economic sanctions?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to pressure a nation to change its policies

Question 3

What was one criticism of the executive order known as "Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States”?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It was considered to be a ban on Islamic nations.

Question 4

In which scenario might economic interests play a larger role than military force in US national security?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

when a country is in possession of a desired commodity

Question 5

Why was the Patriot Act passed in 2001?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to expand the government’s ability to identify terrorists

Question 6

If a security threat is deemed drastic enough to declare war, which of the following is able to make that declaration?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Congress

Question 7

What is the primary focus of US national security policy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

protecting citizens and the nation

Question 8

With which nations did the United States enter into a military conflict when George W. Bush was president?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Afghanistan and Iraq

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