In which war between 1951 and 1997 was Britain acting unilaterally and where was it ultimately successful?
BRITAIN'S POSITION IN THE WORLD QUIZ

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The Cold War
The Korean War
The Suez Crisis
The Falklands War
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the main reason for Britain's involvement in the Korean War?
To support the Argentine dictatorship
To display loyalty to the US and establish NATO as a permanent military alliance
To protect British oil interests in the Middle East
To retaliate against the sinking of a British ship
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What event caused Britain to be isolated after the Suez Crisis?
The invasion of the Falklands by Argentina
The withdrawal of US and USSR funds for Nasser's dam
The establishment of NATO
The sinking of the Argentine cruiser "General Belgrano"
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of the Falklands War for Britain according to the essay plan?
Britain was more isolated than ever before
Britain's greatness was restored and it showed it could still be a player on the world stage
Britain lost control of the Suez Canal
Britain strengthened its relations with the USSR
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to the essay plan, what was a significant result of the Gulf War for Britain?
It led to the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime
It resulted in the liberation of Kuwait and showed Britain could still play a significant role in supporting the US
It caused Britain to lose its oil interests in Saudi Arabia
It led to the establishment of NATO
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why does the author argue that the Korean and Gulf Wars were the most important conflicts for Britain in the given period?
Because they involved direct attacks on British territory
Because they resulted in the loss of British colonies
Because they still affect us today with the threat of nuclear weapons from North Korea and the continuing instability in the Middle East
Because they were the longest wars Britain participated in
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was President De Gaulle's view on Britain's interests that led to opposition to British participation in a united Europe?
He believed Britain was too focused on its relationship with the Soviet Union.
He thought Britain's interests were much more focused on the USA and the Commonwealth.
He felt that Britain was too involved in European affairs.
He saw Britain as a leading advocate for European integration.
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