Understanding U.S. Foreign Policy

Foreign policy involves strategies a country uses to manage international relations. U.S. foreign policy aims to protect national interests and security, with the President and Secretary of State playing key roles. It encompasses various policies that adapt to global changes. Key areas include security, democracy, economic growth, and development. The U.S. maintains unique bilateral and multilateral relationships, integrating domestic values to form a coherent policy.

Who is primarily responsible for determining U.S. foreign policy?

• The Secretary of State

• The President of the United States

• The U.S. Congress

• The Supreme Court

What role does the Secretary of State play in U.S. foreign policy?

• Leads the U.S. military

• Advises the President and implements foreign policy

• Manages domestic policy

• Drafts foreign policy independently

How is foreign policy described in terms of its structure?

• A singular, unchanging policy

• A collection of policies on various issues

• A policy focused solely on economic growth

• A policy that never changes

Which of the following is NOT a category of U.S. foreign policy?

• Security

• Economic Growth

• Democracy

• Healthcare

What is one way the U.S. advances democracy globally?

• By reducing foreign aid

• By promoting free and fair elections

• By increasing tariffs

• By closing embassies

How does the U.S. encourage economic growth through foreign policy?

• By restricting trade

• By increasing investment and exports

• By focusing only on domestic markets

• By reducing diplomatic relations

What is the role of the U.S. Agency for International Development?

• To manage U.S. military operations

• To increase global development and reduce poverty

• To regulate U.S. financial markets

• To oversee domestic education

How many countries does the U.S. have bilateral and multilateral relationships with?

• Over 200

• Over 300

• Over 100

• Over 50

Why is it important for U.S. foreign policy to align with domestic values?

• To prioritize military expansion

• To focus solely on economic benefits

• To ensure consistency in international relations

• To reduce foreign aid

What are the core focus areas of U.S. foreign policy?

• Military, healthcare, education, and technology

• Security, democracy, prosperity, and development

• Finance, sports, culture, and media

• Trade, agriculture, energy, and tourism