NS3 Test Bank: NS3-M1U4C3 - The Law of War at Sea

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The rules of war have been considered binding on all nations since when? Options: Korean War, World War I, Word War II, Vietnam War

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World War II

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A person is spotted in distress. According to the Geneva Convention of the high seas, what must the Navy ship do?

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Proceed with all possible speed to the rescue of the person.

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While on board their ship in a foreign port, officers and crew __________ local jurisdiction. When officers go ashore for leave or liberty __________ laws apply.

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do not have to follow; local

Front

Any attack must be intended and tend toward the military defeat of the enemy. Which basic principle of civilized warfare does this most closely describe?

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Military necessity

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The sum of the ideal qualifications of a knight, including courtesy, generosity, valor, and dexterity in arms.

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Chivalry

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According to the rules of war, what should happen to a ship when it attempts to break a blockade?

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It should be captured.

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The isolating, closing off, or surrounding of a place, as a port, harbor, or city, by hostile ships or troops to prevent entrance or exit.

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Blockade

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A limited and selective form of naval blockade directed against specific cargo or contraband

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Quarantine (by warships)

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All prohibited specific cargo

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Contraband

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What are the vessels classified as if the officers and crew are completely immune from local jurisdiction while on board ship in foreign ports? (Options: Warships, Commercial ships, Merchant vessels, Cargo ships)

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Warships