USH Cold War Unit Review

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Investigated alleged disloyalty and rebel activities on the part of private citizens, public employees and organizations suspected of having Communist ties

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House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC)

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The idea that if a country falls to communism, neighboring countries will do as well.

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Domino Theory

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What was the result of the Berlin blockade?

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The U.S airlifted supplies to West Berlin and avoided war with the Soviet Union

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North Korea invading _____________ caused the start of the Korean War in 1950.

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South Korea

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Gives soldier's money for college or training programs when they return to civilian life.

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G.I. Bill

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A competition between nations for superiority in the development and accumulation of weapons during the Cold War.

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Arms Race

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The practice of making accusations of subversion or treason, especially when related to communism, without any proper regard for evidence.

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McCarthyism

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A U.S policy to prevent the spread of communism abroad.

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Containment Policy

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How did some Americans show their antiwar sentiment during the Vietnam War?

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organizing mass protests and burning draft cards

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What was the Iron Curtain?

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an imaginary line dividing communist and non-communist countries