How the Space Race Changed the Great Power Rivalry Forever

What was the impact of the Space Race on the Cold War rivalry between the United States and the USSR?

• It had no significant impact on the Cold War rivalry.

• It led to a decrease in tensions and improved relations between the two superpowers.

• It caused the United States and the USSR to collaborate and work together.

• It intensified the rivalry and became a matter of pride for both countries.

Which statement accurately describes the role of NASA during the Space Race?

• NASA was a highly centralized setup that had a major impact on the source of investments in the Soviet space program.

• NASA was primarily funded by private players and focused on civilian purposes.

• NASA was established by the United States to counter the early success of the USSR in outer space.

• NASA played a crucial role in developing the Outer Space Treaty and ensuring peaceful use of outer space.

Why did the Soviets initially hesitate to sign the Outer Space Treaty?

• They believed the treaty would restrict their dominance over the United States in the Space Race.

• They did not want to limit their space exploration capabilities and preferred unilateral control.

• They were skeptical about the effectiveness of international-space law and its enforcement.

• They were concerned about the militarization of outer space and wanted stronger provisions in the treaty.

The competition between the United States and the USSR in the Space Race led to advancements in science as both superpowers

• True

• False

A superpower is
a very powerful and influential nation, especially one capable of influencing international events and the actions of other countries.

• True

• False

a benchmark does not measure a standard or point of reference

• True

• False

dominance is to exude power or control

• True

• False

When humans traveled to space it was not a paradigm shift.

• True

• False

How was the Space Race rivalry resolved amicably?

• In 1975 the U.S. gave in to the USSR

• The U.S. gave power to Russia in 1975 and from thereafter they both shared equal power.

• three U.S. astronauts and two Soviet cosmonauts became part of the first joint U.S.-Soviet space flight.

• None of the above

Not supporting any particular political group is considered nonaligned.

• True

• False