Unit 9 Foreign Affairs Quiz 4.1-4.2

Which of the following best describes domestic policy?

• A plan for interacting with other countries.

• A high-level overall plan embracing the general goals of a governmental body.

• Plans and actions taken by a national government to deal with issues and needs within the country.

• The policy of a sovereign state in its interaction with other sovereign states.

Which of the following is an example of an issue related to U.S. foreign policy?

• Deciding funding for public education.

• Addressing environmental concerns within the United States.

• Negotiating a treaty with another country.

• Setting tax rates for businesses.

What did President George Washington advise the nation to do in his final address regarding foreign policy?

• Form strong military alliances with European powers.

• Actively intervene in international conflicts to promote democracy.

• Avoid entangling alliances.

• Prioritize economic ties over all other foreign relations.

What phrase best describes today’s goal of American foreign policy?

• Supporting any country that asks for help.

• Always promoting free trade regardless of the consequences.

• What is best for our national interest.

• Following the guidance of international organizations in all matters.

Which of the following is a means available to the U.S. national government to pursue its national interest?

• Allowing states to individually declare war.

• Ignoring international trade agreements.

• Creating treaties with other countries.

• Eliminating all forms of foreign aid.

Which of the following is an example of an Intergovernmental Organization (IGO)?

• The International Red Cross.

• The World Wildlife Fund.

• The United Nations (U.N.).

• An organization run by a nation's private citizens.

What is one of the main purposes of the United Nations (U.N.)?

• To provide military defense for all member nations.

• To discuss and solve disputes diplomatically.

• To regulate international trade and set prices for goods.

• To establish a single global currency.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is primarily a:

• Global organization focused on economic development.

• United Nations agency dedicated to children's welfare.

• Military alliance for mutual defense.

• Trade agreement between North American countries.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) primarily focuses on:

• Providing emergency relief to countries affected by disasters.

• Protecting endangered species and their habitats.

• Encouraging free and open international trade.

• Promoting cultural exchange between nations.

Which of the following describes a characteristic of Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)?

• They are run by nations' governments.

• Private citizens cannot participate in them.

• They encourage international diplomacy.

• They operate separately from world governments.