Chapter 17 Section 4

When did the United States begin offering foreign aid?

1940s

How did U.S. relations with Japan change after World War II?

After several years of U.S. occupation, Japan regained self-government and became an important ally.

Which country has NOT been a major recipient of United States foreign aid?

China

What countries have joined NATO since the end of the Cold War?

Former Soviet republics and satellite nations

Which of these countries is a member of the United Nations Security Council?

France

What United Nations body has been called "the town meeting of the world"?

General Assembly

What country is the United States' main ally in the Middle East? I

Israel

What was the name of the United States' most important regional security alliance during the Cold War?

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Which document created the United Nations?

The United Nations Charter

What is the main responsibility of the United Nations Security Council?

To maintain international peace