Craig McVicker, age 14, of Annapolis, Md., for his question:

WHAT IS BIPARTISANSHIP?I

Bipartisanship in United States political circles is the attempt by members of both parties to obtain maximum unity on matters of foreign policy.

Although bipartisanship has been practiced in many eras, the term is moist frequently associated with post World War II American foreign affairs. It is generally considered desirable to have some measure of cooperation between the Republican and Democratic parties on international programs.

To achieve cooperation, the President usually consults with both parties before acting on major global problems. Over the years there has been bipartisan support for many diplomatic efforts, notably the creation of the United Nations, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and resistance to Communist expansion. Both parties are usually represented in international negotiations.

An important provision of bipartisanship is that neither party attempt to take advantage of diplomatic problems or defeats.