GOV 312L Questions and Correct Answers

An example of "capabilities" in relation to FP would be the deployment of soldiers to a humanitarian mission in Western Africa. (T/F) Ans False What is NOT described in lecture as being a part of what makes up "FP"? Ans Partisanship US sanctions against Iran for its nuclear program are designed chiefly to inflict economic pain on the government. (T/F) Ans False What was the "belief" that was key during the Cold War in regards to nuclear deterrence? Ans The two sides had to believe that each was both willing and able to use nuclear weapons if provoked. FP can be used to communicate to domestic audiences, not just foreign ones. (T/F) Ans True The department of defense is headed by a military officer. (T/F) Ans False FP and National Interest are interchangable terms for the same concept. (T/F) Ans False Which agency within the federal government manages US diplomats and ambassadors? Ans State Department According to lecture, states w/ common interests are just as likely to have conflict as those that don't share common interests. (T/F) Ans False What is NOT identified as being an important agency in defining US foreign policy? Ans Department of Justice The 5 ethical frameworks don't always agree on a given course of action & actually often come into conflict w/ one anoth