The policy of manifest destiny in the 1800s is best described as __________.

The policy of manifest destiny in the 1800s is best described as __________.
 
  A) U.S. opposition to European interference in the Western hemisphere
  B) advocating the acquisition and occupation of all lands between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
  C) opposing all military conflict and war making
  D) opposing wars in distant lands and permanent military alliances
  E) expanding the territory and influence of the country

 Q. 2

Which of the following is employed to express the values of interest groups?
 
  A) pressure groups
  B) lobbyists
  C) executive appointees
  D) legislative assistants

 Q. 3

A willingness to fight wars within U.S. borders or against neighboring countries, but to not fight wars in distant lands, reflects which foreign policy stance?
 
  A) isolationism
  B) pacifism
  C) expansionism
  D) containment
  E) the Monroe Doctrine

 Q. 4

Which of the following is NOT a tactic used by interest groups to influence decision makers?
 
  A) use electioneering to sway officials
  B) nominate candidates for office
  C) engage in face-to-face appeals
  D) file suit in court

 Q. 5

Which of the following refers to the doctrine of increasing the territory or economic influence of one's own country?
 
  A) isolationism
  B) expansionism
  C) manifest destiny
  D) pacifism
  E) militarism

 Q. 6

The primary goal of interest groups is to
 
  A) influence government policy makers.
  B) mobilize citizens.
  C) testify before legislative committees.
  D) inform and education public officials.