Chapter 26 Cold War

Front

What two nations were in competition with each other during the Cold War?

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United States and Soviet Union

Front

What was the main goal of the Truman Doctrine? Options: To expand trade with Europe, To limit the build up of nuclear weapons, To stop the spread of communism, to send financial aid to Europe

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To stop the spread of communism

Front

Why was the United States involved in the Berlin Airlift?

Back

to airlift food to the people of West Berlin

Front

Why did the United States become involved in the Korean War? Options: to contain communism, to colonize Korea, to spread communism, to Christianize Koreans

Back

to contain communism

Front

Where was Korea divided? Options: 18 parallel, 34 parallel, 38 parallel, 15 parallel

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38 parallel

Front

What role did the US play in the Korean War over the spread of communism?

Back

The US and its allies join the fight to keep communism from spreading.

Front

What was the name of the first satellite in space launched by the Soviet Union?

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Sputnik

Front

What major country was behind the "Iron Curtain"?

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Soviet Union

Front

Who was the leader of Russia when the phrase "Iron Curtain" was phrased?

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Joseph Stalin

Front

In what country is the city of Berlin located?

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Germany