U.S. Foreign Policy and the Cold War

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The U.S. foreign policy after WWII was called containment. Which of the following describes containment?
Back
The U.S. would try to prevent the spread of communism anywhere in the world
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following was a primary cause of the Cold War between the United States & the Soviet Union?
- direct, armed conflict between the two nations
- a competition for political influence over countries
- the founding of the United Nations
- a deep reduction in military expenditures
Back
a competition for political influence over countries
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the United Nations?
Back
An international organization intended to protect members from aggression.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Berlin airlift?
Back
an effort by the Allies to fly resources into Berlin.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Marshall Plan?
Back
a financial aid plan to assist post-war recovery in Europe
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the name of the legislation created by President Truman to provide aid to countries resisting communist threats?
Back
Truman Doctrine
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Iron Curtain?
Back
the imaginary barrier between the East and the West
8.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Cold War?
Back
a struggle for world power between the United States and Soviet Union
9.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who put a satellite in space first? Options: Russia, Mexico, Japan, USA
Back
Russia
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