National Interest

According to the text, what does "national interest" mean?

• the personal interests of government officials
• the interests of individual citizens
• the economic, military, political, and/or cultural goals and ambitions of a nation
• the interests of foreign countries

Which of the following is NOT listed as a method for pursuing national interest in foreign policy?

• foreign aid
• trade agreements
• treaties and executive agreements
• military action

According to the text, who typically negotiates treaties?

• the President
• the U.S. Senate
• Regulatory agencies
• the United Nations

What role does the Senate play in the ratification of treaties?

• they negotiate the terms of the treaty
• they provide financial assistance for the treaty
• they must ratify the treaty for it to become legally binding
• they enforce the terms of the treaty

Which method of pursuing national interest involves providing help or assistance to other countries in need?

• treaties and executive agreements
• military action
• foreign aid
• regulatory rules

Why might military action be taken in pursuit of national interest?

• to promote peace and diplomacy
• to protect a nation from attack or defend its interests
• to increase foreign aid
• to enforce regulatory rules