Unit 6: Cold War

Front

Which organization was established in response to the threat posed by the Soviet Union after WWII?

Back

NATO

Front

What is the primary goal of Article 5 in the context of collective security?

Back

To ensure mutual defense among member nations in case of an attack

Front

What is one potential downfall with Article 5 of NATO?

Back

The presence of large alliances leading to another world-wide conflict if attacked.

Answer explanation

Think of the question this way: What is the risk of having Article 5 of NATO written the way that it is now that we just got out of World War II and started having conflict with the Soviet Union?

Front

How did the Soviet Union perceive the establishment of NATO in 1949?

Back

As an aggressive alliance aimed at containing Soviet power and influence

Front

Which of the following countries is NOT a member of NATO? Germany, Italy, Sweden, Canada

Back

Sweden

Front

What was a significant action taken by the United States to aid Western Europe's recovery after World War II?

Back

The implementation of the Marshall Plan

Front

Which initiative was designed to support European countries in rebuilding their economies after World War II, to prevent the spread of communism?

Back

Marshall Plan

Front

During the Cold War, what was the primary goal of the United States in Europe?

Back

To establish a series of democratic governments as a counter to Soviet influence

Front

Which strategy was primarily used by the Nationalists to gain support during the civil war? Options: Implementing land reforms to win over peasants, Using propaganda to discredit Communist ideologies, Forming alliances with foreign powers for military support, Offering economic incentives to warlords for their loyalty

Back

Using propaganda to discredit Communist ideologies

Front

What role did the Cultural Revolution play in consolidating Mao Zedong's power?

Back

It targeted and persecuted Mao's political rivals and critics