Civic Literacy Foreign Policy & International Relations Flashcards
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Which branch of the U.S. government has the primary authority to conduct foreign policy?
Answer: Executive
The Executive Branch, led by the President, holds primary authority over U.S. foreign policy including diplomacy and treaties.
What is the role of the U.S. Senate in foreign policy?
Answer: It must ratify treaties by a two-thirds vote
The U.S. Senate must ratify treaties negotiated by the President with a two-thirds supermajority vote.
What does NATO stand for?
Answer: North Atlantic Treaty Organization
NATO stands for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance founded in 1949.
Which U.S. government agency is primarily responsible for conducting diplomatic relations with other countries?
Answer: Department of State
The U.S. Department of State manages foreign affairs, embassies, and diplomatic relations worldwide.
What is a 'trade embargo' in the context of U.S. foreign policy?
Answer: A ban on trade with a specific country
A trade embargo is a government-imposed ban or restriction on commerce with a particular country, often used as a foreign policy tool.
Which international organization was founded after World War II to promote global peace and cooperation?
Answer: United Nations
The United Nations was founded in 1945 after World War II to promote international peace, security, and cooperation.