National Security Policy

Question 1

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Congress

Question 2

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to stop a larger enemy or threat

Question 3

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to protect against the Soviet Union and the spread of communism

Question 4

Which event led to an heightened focus on national security?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

September 11 attacks

Question 5

What would be the best reason for the United States to provide military aid to another country?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to protect an established alliance

Question 6

Which body of the federal government implements national security policies?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Department of State

Question 7

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to stop the development of nuclear weapons

Question 8

What is the purpose of establishing economic sanctions?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to pressure a nation to change its policies

Question 9

Why was the Patriot Act passed in 2001?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to expand the government’s ability to identify terrorists

Question 10

When was the Department of Homeland Security formed?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

after the September 11 attacks

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