CHAPTER 14: Foreign and Military Policy

CHAPTER 14: Foreign and Military Policy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

ANS: C REF: 370 NOT: Factual

Critics maintain that it is especially difficult for the United States to develop thoughtful foreign policies because

a.	democratic forms of government do not keep secrets well or develop policies with adequate care.
b.	the court system too frequently challenges the legislature.
c.	the frequency of elections makes it difficult to sustain coherent policy.
d.	the foreign-policy advising system is poorly staffed.
e.	there was a strong bias against standing armies from the beginning.

ANS: A REF: 370 NOT: Conceptual

Supporters maintain that the United States can develop strong foreign policies because

a.	democratic nations rarely wage unjustified wars.
b.	there is a tolerance for secrecy that gives leaders great discretion.
c.	the Congress provides guidance to the president in formulating policy.
d.	separation of powers actually increases efficiency in foreign policymaking.
e.	gun rights were popular from the beginning.

ANS: A REF: 370 NOT: Conceptual

a.	the costs and benefits are shared by almost everyone.
b.	interest groups are especially likely to mobilize.
c.	congressional leadership is likely to be very important.
d.	international clients are likely to emerge as the key decision makers.
e.	the president is less likely to play a dominant role.

ANS: A REF: 370 NOT: Conceptual

a.	war.
b.	trade and tariffs.
c.	tax breaks for corporations doing business overseas.
d.	military buildup.
e.	arms limitation agreements.

ANS: C REF: 371 NOT: Conceptual

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