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What has significantly influenced American foreign policy making since 9/11?
What has significantly influenced American foreign policy making since 9/11?
What is the primary purpose of diplomacy in foreign policy?
What is the primary purpose of diplomacy in foreign policy?
Which act established the initial framework for a professional foreign service staff in America?
Which act established the initial framework for a professional foreign service staff in America?
Which body of the United Nations serves as the supreme body consisting of representatives of member states?
Which body of the United Nations serves as the supreme body consisting of representatives of member states?
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What organization was created in 1944 to stabilize the world economy through loans?
What organization was created in 1944 to stabilize the world economy through loans?
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What was the primary purpose of Richard Henry Lee's proposal on June 7, 1776?
What was the primary purpose of Richard Henry Lee's proposal on June 7, 1776?
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What is a significant characteristic of American military force as an instrument of foreign policy?
What is a significant characteristic of American military force as an instrument of foreign policy?
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What criticism did both political parties levy against the Bush administration in 2008?
What criticism did both political parties levy against the Bush administration in 2008?
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Which of the following was NOT one of the complaints made against the British government?
Which of the following was NOT one of the complaints made against the British government?
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What significant change did the US Bill of Rights bring to the government's powers?
What significant change did the US Bill of Rights bring to the government's powers?
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What type of treaties does the US engage in to maintain security relationships?
What type of treaties does the US engage in to maintain security relationships?
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What role does the State Department primarily serve in the context of US foreign relations?
What role does the State Department primarily serve in the context of US foreign relations?
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When were the first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, officially ratified?
When were the first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, officially ratified?
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What is one of the main goals of the US Department of State?
What is one of the main goals of the US Department of State?
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What principle did the founding fathers generally distrust when forming the US government?
What principle did the founding fathers generally distrust when forming the US government?
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How does the US use economic sanctions in foreign relations?
How does the US use economic sanctions in foreign relations?
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What was the main message of the Monroe Doctrine issued in 1823?
What was the main message of the Monroe Doctrine issued in 1823?
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What is a key function of diplomats within the Department of State?
What is a key function of diplomats within the Department of State?
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What was claimed about the right to liberty and equality in the American colonies' independence rationale?
What was claimed about the right to liberty and equality in the American colonies' independence rationale?
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Why is maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries important for the US?
Why is maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries important for the US?
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What was the significance of the Article 1 of the proposed amendments to the Constitution?
What was the significance of the Article 1 of the proposed amendments to the Constitution?
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What does the State Department negotiate and conclude?
What does the State Department negotiate and conclude?
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How many countries does the United States maintain diplomatic relations with?
How many countries does the United States maintain diplomatic relations with?
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What is one aspect of the enhanced interconnectedness of the world today?
What is one aspect of the enhanced interconnectedness of the world today?
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What was the main concern regarding the imperial rights of European powers in America?
What was the main concern regarding the imperial rights of European powers in America?
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What was a major issue of the Bretton Woods Agreement regarding the US dollar?
What was a major issue of the Bretton Woods Agreement regarding the US dollar?
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How did the global economic system function according to the content?
How did the global economic system function according to the content?
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What is one of the main goals of American foreign policy?
What is one of the main goals of American foreign policy?
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What challenge does the BRICS coalition present to the global economic system?
What challenge does the BRICS coalition present to the global economic system?
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What principle underlies the promotion of foreign direct investment (FDI) by the USA?
What principle underlies the promotion of foreign direct investment (FDI) by the USA?
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What did the US dollar becoming the standard for international transactions signify?
What did the US dollar becoming the standard for international transactions signify?
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What aspect of American values is reflected in international humanitarian policies?
What aspect of American values is reflected in international humanitarian policies?
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What role does the State Department play in ensuring American workers can compete internationally?
What role does the State Department play in ensuring American workers can compete internationally?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the State Department?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the State Department?
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How does the State Department promote mutual understanding?
How does the State Department promote mutual understanding?
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What is one of the economic roles of the State Department?
What is one of the economic roles of the State Department?
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Which aspect is central to US foreign policy as mentioned by the State Department?
Which aspect is central to US foreign policy as mentioned by the State Department?
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What strategy does the State Department utilize to communicate with foreign opinion-makers?
What strategy does the State Department utilize to communicate with foreign opinion-makers?
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In what way does the State Department support US businesses abroad?
In what way does the State Department support US businesses abroad?
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What does the State Department protect to enhance American economic interests?
What does the State Department protect to enhance American economic interests?
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What was the primary goal of the State Department's educational and cultural exchange programs?
What was the primary goal of the State Department's educational and cultural exchange programs?
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Which year is associated with the Monroe Doctrine?
Which year is associated with the Monroe Doctrine?
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What significant event occurred in 1898 that marked the US's rise as a major world power?
What significant event occurred in 1898 that marked the US's rise as a major world power?
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During which period did the US transition from a global actor to a superpower?
During which period did the US transition from a global actor to a superpower?
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What was a common misconception about the American Civil War?
What was a common misconception about the American Civil War?
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Study Notes
US Foreign Policy Principles
- Richard Henry Lee proposed American independence from the British Empire in June 1776
- A confederation of 13 colonies to fight Great Britain was proposed
- Sovereignty for the people was recognized, instead of being imposed by a monarchy or heritage
- Anyone with property was eligible for election
- Men who owned property had equality under the law (slaves and women excluded)
Complaints Justifying Independence
- 27 complaints against the King and British Parliament were documented
- High taxes without representation in Parliament
- Restrictions on trade with other countries
- British armies present during peacetime
- Abuse of colonial lands by British soldiers
- Unjust or unfair judicial systems (mock trials)
US Constitution
- The 13 colonies were culturally diverse, but shared Enlightenment principles and desired freedom
- Distrust of a strong central government led to a decentralized system
- Founding fathers disagreed on federalism versus antifederalism and power distribution among states
US Bill of Rights
- The national government, president, and trade had certain rights
- State governments retained remaining rights
- The First Congress proposed 12 amendments in September 1789
Monroe Doctrine
- In 1823, President Monroe warned European powers against interfering in the Western Hemisphere
- European monarchies weren't wanted in the Western Hemisphere and they didn't want them to reclaim parts of the continent
- A way to protect the USA and the Western Hemisphere from European expansion.
- The USA was trying to isolate itself from the conflicts in Europe
Bretton Woods
- International institutions (World Bank, IMF, UN, WTO/GATT) were created
- The US dollar was the global currency for transactions
- The value of the US dollar was tied to gold reserves (Bretton Woods Agreement 1958)
- US dollar circulation exceeded its corresponding gold reserves resulting in issues
- Trade deficits were not supported by gold
- Significant financial pressures on the US economy
Challenges of the Global Economic System
- The EU follows US policies, but its interests may differ
- The BRICS (Russia, China, Brazil, India, South Africa)
Variables of the Challenges
- Efforts are being made to change the currency system
- International institutions are being replaced (Belt and Road Initiative, China)
- Economic interests are important
- The global economic system is based on institutions, values, laws, agreements, and sometimes the use of force to protect economic interests. These institutions are promoted and have influence of the USA
US Foreign Policy
- The central tenet is to promote freedom, democracy, and human rights
- Key goals include security (defence), economic prosperity (trade), and promoting international humanitarian principles.
- Security concerns have been addressed through different tactics at different periods in history, such as isolationism, deterrence, and preemption
- Economic prosperity has been achieved primarily through trade policies
- The State Department manages relationships with other countries, foreign organizations, and various people. Its primary goal is to promote mutual understanding and common interests between the people of the USA, and of other countries.
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Explore the foundational principles of US foreign policy and the creation of the Constitution. This quiz covers the significance of independence, the complaints against British rule, and the philosophical underpinnings driving the establishment of government. Test your knowledge on these pivotal moments in American history.
