Crash Course Government and Politics Quiz

What are the elements included in foreign policy?

• Diplomacy, military and security policy, international human rights policies, economic policies, and environmental policy

• Healthcare policy, education policy, economic policy, and environmental policy

• Military and security policy, international trade policies, environmental policy, and healthcare policy

• Social security policy, immigration policy, economic policies, and environmental policy

What is the main goal of American foreign policy?

• Providing security

• Promoting foreign investment

• Maintaining access to foreign energy supplies

• Promoting trade policies

What was the traditional meaning of security in foreign policy?

• Being able to repel invaders

• Maintaining economic stability

• Promoting international trade

• Ensuring environmental sustainability

What was the U.S.'s approach to foreign policy after World War II?

• Pursuing aggressive expansionist policies

• Non-intervention in global affairs

• Isolationism

• Deterrence through building up military strength

What is the main downside of military force as a foreign policy tool?

• Difficulty in implementation

• Costs in terms of lives and money

• Lack of effectiveness in achieving goals

• Inability to gain public support

What is the main economic goal of American foreign policy?

• Expanding opportunities for the U.S.

• Promoting foreign investment

• Maintaining access to foreign energy supplies

• Promoting trade policies

What is the third goal of American foreign policy?

• Ensuring national security

• Expanding international trade

• Promoting economic growth

• Making the world a better place

What is the role of Congress in foreign policy?

• Complete authority over foreign policy decisions

• No role in foreign policy decision-making

• Primary role in crafting foreign policy

• Limited role in ratifying treaties and budgeting for defense

What is the main role of interest groups in foreign policy?

• Enforcing international law

• Implementing policies

• Crafting policies themselves

• Shaping the agenda

What is the primary agency responsible for diplomatic work in foreign policy?

• Department of Homeland Security

• Defense Department

• Central Intelligence Agency

• State Department