National Security Policy

Question 1

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

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Congress

Question 2

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

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It was considered to be a ban on Islamic nations.

Question 3

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

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when a country is in possession of a desired commodity

Question 4

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 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

What is the primary focus of US national security policy?

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protecting citizens and the nation

Question 7

The Rio Treaty of 1947 was a defense agreement between

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North America and South America.

Question 8

Why was the Patriot Act passed in 2001?

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to expand the government’s ability to identify terrorists

Question 9

When was the Department of Homeland Security formed?

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after the September 11 attacks

Question 10

Which body of the federal government approves treaties with other nations?

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the Senate

National Security Policy Answers