Cold War Test

What was the Cold War primarily characterized by?

• Direct military conflict between the U.S. and the Soviet Union

• Economic competition between the U.S. and China

• Political and military tension between the U.S. and the Soviet Union

• Cultural exchanges between the U.S. and Europe

After World War II, into how many parts was Germany divided?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• One

What name was used to describe the invisible border that caused concern among non-communist countries, as named by Winston Churchill?

• Steel Barrier

• Iron Wall

• Iron Curtain

• Concrete Divide

What action did the Soviet Union take in an effort to gain control of Berlin?

• They provided extra supplies to Berlin.

• They blocked all supplies from being delivered to Berlin.

• They signed a peace treaty with Berlin.

• They increased trade with Berlin.

What did the U.S. and Allies do in response to the Soviet Union's blockade of Berlin?

• They negotiated with the Soviet Union.

• They ignored the blockade.

• They began airlifting supplies each day.

• They withdrew their forces from Berlin.

What did the Soviet Union do to prevent people from leaving Communist-controlled areas?

• They offered incentives to stay

• They closed all transportation

• They put up a barbed wire fence around the border

• They increased surveillance

What is an arms race?

• A competition between countries to have the best sports teams.

• A competition between countries to have the best armed forces.

• A race between countries to reach the moon first.

• A competition between countries to have the best economy.

Which two countries were involved in an arms race during the Cold War?

• The United States and Germany

• The United States and Soviet Union

• The United States and China

• The United States and United Kingdom

What was the main goal of the United States and Soviet Union during their arms race?

• To improve their economies

• To explore outer space

• To have the best and most powerful military

• To develop new technologies

What did the Soviet Union build in Cuba that caused fear, concern, and tension?

• Military bases

• Missile launch pads

• Nuclear power plants

• Spy stations