7.3 Making Foreign Policy – Flashcards
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What are the four mainbgoals of America's foreign policy?
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The primary goal of American foreign policy is national security. Another important goal is international trade. A third goal is promoting world peace. A fourth goal of foreign policy is to promote democracy around the world.
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How are a U.S. treaty and an executive agreement different?
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Treaties are formal agreements between governments of two or more countries and an executive agreement is an agreement between the president and the leader of another country.
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What type of treaty is NATO?
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A mutual defense treaty between the United States, Canada, and the nations of Europe.
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What is an ambassador?
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An official representative of a country's government.
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What are two economic punishments that a president can impose on another nation?
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Sometimes trade measures include trade sanctions. Another punishing tool is the embargo.
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What was the most recent use of the military as a tool of foreign policy?
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In 2003 President George W. Bush ordered the American armed forces to invade Iraq and remove the nation's dictator Saddam Hussein.
