How Did the Neoconservative Movement That Appeared in the Mid-1970s

question 71

Multiple Choice

How did the neoconservative movement that appeared in the mid-1970s differ from earlier conservative movements?

• A) It played a more activist role in foreign policy as it severed the links between conservatism and isolationism.
• B) It called for greater federal assistance to the poor through an expansion of social services.
• C) It favored the federal government's approach to more open relations with the Soviet Union through détente.
• D) It called for more federal programs aligned to the New Deal-style liberalism.

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Definitions:

Elitism

Elitism denotes an attitude, practice, or system that favors a perceived superior group or class, especially in matters of privilege, access, and influence, often leading to inequality.

Power of Position

The influence and authority a person possesses as a result of their rank or role within an organization or structure.

Hierarchy

refers to a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

Strategic Location

The positioning of something in a specific place to gain an advantage, often referring to businesses or military assets.