The New Age in America

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What is the demilitarized zone?

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A two-mile-wide boundary on the border between North and South Korea where military forces are not allowed.

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Who was the U.S. President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?

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John F. Kennedy, who served as the 35th President of the United States from 1961 to 1963.

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What significant event happened in 1961 regarding East and West Germany?

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The border between East and West Germany was closed, marking a significant point in the Cold War.

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Which war helped the United States recover from the Great Depression?

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World War II, which led to increased production and job creation.

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What were the United States’ manned missions to the moon called?

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Apollo missions, which included Apollo 11, the first successful moon landing in 1969.

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What is the Cold War?

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A period of political tension and military rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II.

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What was the Berlin Wall?

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A barrier that divided East and West Berlin from 1961 to 1989, symbolizing the division of East and West Germany.

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What was the significance of the Cuban Missile Crisis?

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A 13-day confrontation in 1962 between the United States and the Soviet Union over Soviet missiles in Cuba, bringing the world close to nuclear war.

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What was the purpose of the Apollo missions?

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To explore the moon and conduct scientific research, culminating in the first human moon landing.

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What does 'demilitarized' mean?

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A term used to describe an area where military forces are prohibited.