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What is suggested as a consequence of a nation failing to respect the rights of others?
What is suggested as a consequence of a nation failing to respect the rights of others?
- It builds strong alliances quickly.
- It gains immediate military superiority.
- It eventually weakens and loses confidence from other nations. (correct)
- It increases its economic stability.
What is the primary concern regarding war as articulated in the content?
What is the primary concern regarding war as articulated in the content?
- War can only affect the nations directly involved.
- War has no long-term consequences for neutral nations.
- War can spread and involve nations far removed from the conflict. (correct)
- War strengthens international relationships.
According to the content, what must nations do to prevent potential violations of agreements?
According to the content, what must nations do to prevent potential violations of agreements?
- Increase their military presence globally.
- Ignore the actions of aggressive nations.
- Actively promote endeavors to maintain peace. (correct)
- Refrain from negotiating any treaties.
What principle is emphasized as essential for the survival of civilization?
What principle is emphasized as essential for the survival of civilization?
What stance does America hold regarding war, according to the content?
What stance does America hold regarding war, according to the content?
What emotion is expressed regarding the current state of international relations?
What emotion is expressed regarding the current state of international relations?
What was contrasted with the prosperity witnessed in the United States?
What was contrasted with the prosperity witnessed in the United States?
What previous international commitment is mentioned in the speech?
What previous international commitment is mentioned in the speech?
What does the speaker imply is vital for the future of the United States?
What does the speaker imply is vital for the future of the United States?
What is being sacrificed according to the text?
What is being sacrificed according to the text?
Which of the following best describes the tone of the speech?
Which of the following best describes the tone of the speech?
What can the peace-loving nations do to avoid chaos?
What can the peace-loving nations do to avoid chaos?
What will happen if the current trend continues, according to the author?
What will happen if the current trend continues, according to the author?
Which groups are specifically mentioned as victims of violence?
Which groups are specifically mentioned as victims of violence?
What approach do the author suggest for maintaining freedom?
What approach do the author suggest for maintaining freedom?
What is described as equally important as private morality?
What is described as equally important as private morality?
What was the expected outcome of the Briand-Kellogg Peace Pact?
What was the expected outcome of the Briand-Kellogg Peace Pact?
What is implied to be a threat to civilization in the speaker's discussion?
What is implied to be a threat to civilization in the speaker's discussion?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of ignoring humane instincts?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of ignoring humane instincts?
Which groups are specifically mentioned as victims of war horrors?
Which groups are specifically mentioned as victims of war horrors?
What concept is indicated as a consequence of global interdependence?
What concept is indicated as a consequence of global interdependence?
What is implied about America if international chaos occurs?
What is implied about America if international chaos occurs?
What specifically must peace-loving nations oppose?
What specifically must peace-loving nations oppose?
What do most peoples and nations desire according to the content?
What do most peoples and nations desire according to the content?
What percentage of national income is cited as being spent on armaments by certain nations?
What percentage of national income is cited as being spent on armaments by certain nations?
According to the author, what is a essential belief for peace?
According to the author, what is a essential belief for peace?
What is considered vital for maintaining peace between nations?
What is considered vital for maintaining peace between nations?
What is the likely reaction of 'realists' to protests against war atrocities?
What is the likely reaction of 'realists' to protests against war atrocities?
What is emphasized as necessary for international stability?
What is emphasized as necessary for international stability?
What percentage of the population is mentioned as being threatened by the actions of the remaining ten percent?
What percentage of the population is mentioned as being threatened by the actions of the remaining ten percent?
Which treaty is NOT mentioned as being violated?
Which treaty is NOT mentioned as being violated?
What must the moral consciousness of the world prioritize according to the passage?
What must the moral consciousness of the world prioritize according to the passage?
What analogy is used to describe the spread of world lawlessness?
What analogy is used to describe the spread of world lawlessness?
What type of works is the United States spending its money on instead of military supplies?
What type of works is the United States spending its money on instead of military supplies?
What is stated as being essential for preventing acts of international aggression?
What is stated as being essential for preventing acts of international aggression?
What is the primary determination expressed for future policy?
What is the primary determination expressed for future policy?
What is highlighted as a universal concern related to the violations discussed?
What is highlighted as a universal concern related to the violations discussed?
Flashcards
Era of international peace
Era of international peace
A period of time where multiple countries make a formal agreement to not engage in war to resolve issues.
Briand-Kellogg Peace Pact
Briand-Kellogg Peace Pact
The Briand-Kellogg Pact was an attempt to prevent war by formally agreeing not to use force to resolve international disputes.
Unjustified interference
Unjustified interference
The act of interfering in the internal affairs of another nation without justification or consent.
Invasion of alien territory
Invasion of alien territory
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International lawlessness
International lawlessness
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Ruthless murder of civilians
Ruthless murder of civilians
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Foundations of civilization
Foundations of civilization
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Landmarks of civilization
Landmarks of civilization
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International Anarchy
International Anarchy
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Isolationism
Isolationism
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Neutrality
Neutrality
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Violation of Treaties
Violation of Treaties
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Equal Right to Freedom
Equal Right to Freedom
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Moral Principles
Moral Principles
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Triumph of Law and Moral Principles
Triumph of Law and Moral Principles
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Living in Amity
Living in Amity
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Unprovoked Invasion
Unprovoked Invasion
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Respecting Others' Rights
Respecting Others' Rights
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War's Contagious Nature
War's Contagious Nature
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Trust in International Relations
Trust in International Relations
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Active Pursuit of Peace
Active Pursuit of Peace
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International aggression
International aggression
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Sanctity of treaties
Sanctity of treaties
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Moral consciousness
Moral consciousness
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International law
International law
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World lawlessness
World lawlessness
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International order
International order
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Policy of peace
Policy of peace
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Respect for rights and liberties
Respect for rights and liberties
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National Morality
National Morality
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War Horrors on Civilians
War Horrors on Civilians
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Interdependence of Nations
Interdependence of Nations
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Sanctity of Treaties & International Morality
Sanctity of Treaties & International Morality
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Desire for Peace and Prosperity
Desire for Peace and Prosperity
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Military Spending and National Security
Military Spending and National Security
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Fortunate Position (Low Military Spending)
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Study Notes
Quarantine Speech
- The speaker is glad to be in Chicago, dedicating an important civic project
- The speaker has observed cooperation between local governments and the federal government
- Citizens have expressed their positive progress in material and spiritual well-being
- Despite progress, the world is facing worsening political situations, raising concern among neighboring nations
- Some 15 years prior, there was hope for peaceful resolutions, reflected in international treaties like the Briand-Kellogg Pact
- The increasing world tensions and violence are threatening the foundations of civilization
- Civilians, especially women and children, are victims of ruthless violence and attacks
- The actions of a few nations jeopardizes the peace of many nations, impacting world peace overall
- International cooperation is vital to address these issues and maintain peace
- The speaker calls on the US to uphold principles of law and morality
- The speaker advocates for peaceful solutions
- There is an international need to work towards peace and resolve differences without violence.
- The speaker expresses hope that nations will understand that peace is more important than war.
- The speaker conveys that America wants to maintain peace and security.
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