National Security Policy

Question 1

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

Question 2

Why was the Patriot Act passed in 2001?

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to expand the government’s ability to identify terrorists

Question 3

Review this map of the world.

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

Question 4

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

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to stop the development of nuclear weapons

Question 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

Which body of the federal government implements national security policies?

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Department of State

Question 9

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 10

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

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to protect an established alliance

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