1. Which of the following policies represents current American foreign policy?
a. isolationism
b. detente
c. containment
d. international cooperation***
2. When President Obama chose multilateral engagement as a foreign policy, which past policy was he essentially returning to?
a. collective security
b. the Monroe Doctrine***?
c. isolationism***?
d. containment
1. d
2. I think the answer is either the Monroe Doctrine or isolationism, but I am not sure because my book is very unclear about this topic.
1. Correct, the current American foreign policy can be represented by option d, "international cooperation."
To arrive at this answer, it is necessary to understand the different foreign policies and their historical contexts. Let's break them down:
a. Isolationism: This policy aims to minimize a country's involvement in international affairs, focusing on maintaining neutrality and avoiding alliances with other nations. However, this policy has not been the dominant approach in American foreign policy since World War II.
b. Detente: This approach refers to the easing of tensions between nations, particularly during the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union. It involved negotiations and diplomacy to reduce conflicts and improve relations.
c. Containment: This policy was commonly employed during the Cold War, aiming to prevent the spread of communism by countering Soviet influence. It often involved military actions, diplomatic pressure, and strategic alliances to contain the expansion of communism.
d. International Cooperation: This policy emphasizes collaboration and cooperation with other nations on various global issues, such as climate change, trade, security, and diplomacy. It involves building alliances, participating in international organizations, and working towards common goals.
Considering the current diplomatic efforts, alliances, and participation in international forums by the United States, option d, "international cooperation," best represents the current American foreign policy.
2. The correct answer in this case is the Monroe Doctrine, which is represented by option b.
The Monroe Doctrine, introduced by President James Monroe in 1823, is a foundational principle in American foreign policy. It asserted that the United States would oppose any European colonization or intervention in the Western Hemisphere. It aimed to establish the United States as the dominant power in the Americas and protect the newly independent nations in the region.
President Obama's multilateral engagement approach can be seen as a return to the principles of the Monroe Doctrine in the sense that it prioritized engaging with other nations on a global scale and working through multilateral organizations to address global challenges. Isolationism, on the other hand, emphasizes minimal involvement in international affairs and would not align with Obama's approach.
It's important to consult additional sources and references to gain a more comprehensive understanding of American foreign policy.
Thank you Writeacher. Does this mean I am completely wrong with both questions?
Yes, I agree. If you look up each of those words -- either individually or as two-word terms if needed -- you should see that "multilateral" is similar to "collective" in this context -- that is, that many (multi-) countries (-lateral or sides) work together (collective), not in isolation.
No. The search results were to help you with 2.
I think you're right for 1, but be sure to wait for Ms. Sue or Damon or someone to double-check.
Okay thank you! In the meantime, I will look through the search results and determine my answer for number two:)
I agree with Writeacher
Number 2 is NOT B or C
Engagement is not telling the other guy to take a long walk off a short pier.