Civics Unit 11 Test Flashcards

Front

Why did the United States enter World War I?

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German submarines were attacking American ships in the Atlantic Ocean.

Front

What title is given to an individual who represents the government of the United States while living and working in another nation?

Back

Ambassador

Front

Which international organization aims to maintain international peace and security, and develop friendly relations among nations based on equal rights and self-determination?

Back

United Nations

Front

Which action is an example of U.S. domestic policy?

Back

Congress passes a law requiring students to pass a test in civics.

Front

Consider what you know about international organizations. Which of the following statements is true?

• NATO responds to international crisis, the Red Cross does not
• The Red Cross responds to international crisis, NATO does not
• NATO has direct links to national governments, the Red Cross does not
• The Red Cross has direct links to national governments, NATO does not

Back

The Red Cross responds to international crisis, NATO does not

Front

What organization should replace the question mark in the diagram?

Back

International Organizations

Front

Why did the United States become involved in the Korean War?

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To stop communist North Korea from invading South Korea.

Front

Why did the United States enter World War II?

Back

Japanese warplanes had bombed American ships at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Front

What is the primary objective of U.S. foreign policy?

Back

to protect the security of the United States.