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Read the excerpt.The United States and China are the two largest consumers of energy in the world. . . . Neither of us profits from a growing dependence on foreign oil, nor can we spare our people from the ravages of climate change unless we cooperate. Common sense calls upon us to act [together]. President Obama, 2009Based on this excerpt, which form of foreign policy implementation was President Obama advocating between the two countries?

A
diplomacy
B
foreign aid
C
trade agreements
D
sanctions
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How can the President influence the establishment of US foreign policy?

A
negotiating treaties
B
confirming ambassadors
C
declaring war
D
increasing spending on foreign aid
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Read the scenario.An American journalist is being held in a foreign prison. The president is meeting with their administration to determine what to do. The president says, "I approve the use of $500,000 in defense funds to secure the release of the journalist and to ensure their safe return to the United States.”Is the president able to make this declaration?

A
Yes, as commander in chief, the president has the ultimate decision-making power.
B
Yes, aside from declaring war, the president makes all policy decisions.
C
No, the president is only able to negotiate treaties.
D
No, Congress needs to vote on foreign-policy spending.
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Which are characteristics of nongovernmental organizations? Select three options.

A
They are overseen by a nation’s government.
B
They are required to make a profit on operations.
C
They are always based in the United States.
D
They have volunteer workers.
E
They function in multiple countries.
F
They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.
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The actual carrying out, or implementation, of foreign policy falls to

A
the president.
B
executive agencies.
C
the armed forces.
D
Congress.
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involves countries negotiating with each other to settle their differences.

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Which of the following is a domestic influence on foreign policy?

A
The US dollar rapidly declines in value.
B
A famine in Ireland prompts US response.
C
A foreigner on vacation in the United States threatens violence.
D
The United States loses a key alliance with another nation.
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Which of the following is the best example of a sanction?

A
Country A decides to form an alliance with country B.
B
Country A enacts trade restrictions against country B.
C
Country A launches warships toward country B.
D
Country A denies aid money to country B.
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Why would a nation most likely use military force? Select three options.to remove trade restrictionsto defend territoryto support alliesto promote political relationshipsto protect economic interests

A
to remove trade restrictions
B
to defend territory
C
to support allies
D
to promote political relationships
E
to protect economic interests
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What is the biggest difference between international governmental organizations and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs)?

A
Governmental organizations are formally recognized.
B
Governmental organizations cooperate with local governments.
C
NGOs are formally recognized.
D
NGOs cooperate with local governments.

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