Cold War and Russian History Flashcard

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Analyze the development of ICBMs during the Cold War. What does this suggest about the priorities of the U.S. and the Soviet Union?

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They were focused on proving they were the superior world power.

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Evaluate the impact of World War I on Russia. Which of the following best summarizes this impact?

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The war weakened Russia, setting the stage for the rise of communism.

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What led to the Cuban Missile Crisis, and how did it reflect the tensions of the Cold War? Options: The U.S. learned that Cuba was talking to Russia., Russia was sending ships to Japan., The U.S. learned that Russia had nuclear weapons., The U.S. learned that Russia was sending missiles to Cuba.

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The U.S. learned that Russia was sending missiles to Cuba.

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Discuss the significance of the Ural Mountains in the geographical division between Europe and Asia.

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They form a boundary between Europe and Asia.

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Analyze the role of Mikhail Gorbachev in the Soviet Union. What was one of his significant contributions?

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He allowed more social and political freedoms.

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Evaluate the main goal of the European Union. What is its primary objective?

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To increase the economies of European countries and to promote peace.

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Assess the impact of human activity on the Mediterranean ecosystems. What has been a direct consequence?

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A rise in water pollution.

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Analyze the significance of the Chernobyl disaster in 1986. Where did this environmental disaster occur?

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Chernobyl in Ukraine

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Discuss the vegetation zones of Russia from north to south. Which sequence is correct? Tundra, Taiga, Steppe; Permafrost, Steppe, Taiga; Tundra, Steppe, Taiga; Permafrost, Tundra, Chernozem

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Tundra, Taiga, Steppe

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Evaluate the natural resources found in the Caspian Sea region. Which resources are prevalent there?

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Oil and natural gas