Which of the Following Best Describes the Preemption Theory in Foreign

question 199

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the preemption theory in foreign policy?

• A) The United States may strike first militarily to prevent a military attack on it.
• B) The United States may use deadly violence against civilians to further a political goal.
• C) The United States may invade other nations but only when the United Nations supports the action.
• D) The United States must remain the largest military power in the world to preempt any other nation's interests.
• E) The theory refers to the successful attempt of the United States to surpass Russia as the world's only superpower.

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Definitions:

Right To Privacy

An individual's legal right to keep their personal matters and relationships confidential, protected from public scrutiny, government intrusion, and businesses.

Griswold V. Connecticut

A landmark Supreme Court case in 1965 that recognized a constitutional right to privacy, striking down laws banning the use of contraceptives by married couples.

Contraceptives

Methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy as part of sexual health and family planning.

Griswold V. Connecticut

A landmark 1965 U.S. Supreme Court case that established the right to privacy in marital relations, striking down laws banning contraception.