National Security Policy

Question 1

What is the best way for the United States to work with other countries as part of national security policy?

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to promote trade

Question 2

Why did the United States join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in 1949?

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to protect against the Soviet Union and the spread of communism

Question 3

The Rio Treaty of 1947 was a defense agreement between

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North America and South America.

Question 4

National Security policies are defined by _______ in response to current events, changes in leadership and the needs of the nation.

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Congress

Question 5

Why did the United States use export controls with North Korea?

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to stop the development of nuclear weapons

Question 6

Which example best illustrates the role of the legislative branch in national security?

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The federal government votes on a budget to provide safety and security.

Question 7

Which event led to an heightened focus on national security?

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September 11 attacks

Question 8

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 9

Review this map of the world.

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The United States engaged in a cold war with the Soviet Union.

Question 10

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

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Afghanistan and Iraq

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