AP GoPo Unit 2 Set C

AP GoPo Unit 2 Set C

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Containment

Back

The effort by the United States and Western European allies, begun during the Cold War, to prevent the spread of communism.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Neoconservatism

Back

The belief that, rather than exercising restraint, the United States should aggressively use its might to promote its values and ideals around the world.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Neo-isolationism

Back

A foreign policy approach that advocates for distancing from the UN and other international organizations but still participating in the world economy.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Selective engagement

Back

Belief that the US should only intervene internationally if there is a direct threat to national security, otherwise use diplomacy. Goals: Prevent great power war, embrace political/economic responsibilities of large power status, comfortable with alliances.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Advice and Consent (power)

Back

The Senate's power/authority to hold hearings to review potential cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, and ambassadors nominated by the president. Also, the power of the US Senate to be consulted on and approve treaties signed/appointments made by the president of the United States to public positions.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Impeachment

Back

The process of removing the executive from office by a vote of Congress. Impeachment starts in the House and is confirmed by the Senate. Two presidents have been impeached by the House but neither was confirmed by the Senate.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

War Powers Resolution

Back

Congressional resolution designed to limit the U.S. president's ability to initiate or escalate military actions abroad. This law aims to check the executive branch's powers when committing the U.S. military to conflicts without the consent of the U.S. Congress.

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