Understanding the National Security Council

When was the National Security Council established?

• 1980

• 1947

• 1963

• 1950

Which of the following is NOT a member of the National Security Council?

• Secretary of Education

• Secretary of State

• Vice-President

• President

What is the primary function of the National Security Council?

• To make decisions on national security

• To advise on issues that span multiple government areas

• To implement foreign policy

• To manage military operations

How does the president influence the structure of the NSC?

• By appointing military leaders

• By reducing its size

• By organizing it to fit their management style

• By making it a decision-making body

What has caused the NSC to become more hierarchical over the years?

• The reduction of foreign policy challenges

• A decrease in presidential interest

• The increase in global complexity and volatile issues

• The end of the Cold War