Unit 5: US and Containment

What event in 1917 significantly contributed to the spread of communism, which later concerned the USA?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The Russian Revolution

• The end of World War II

• The establishment of NATO

By what year did the USA become significantly concerned about the spread of communism to the point of considering it a major threat?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1949

• 1960

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the USA's concern about the spread of communism?

• Communist countries' economic power

• Communist ideological influence in Europe

• Horror stories of labor camps and loss of freedoms

• The spread of democracy

How did the spread of communism begin to directly threaten US interests according to the text?

• Through military invasions of US territories

• By influencing US political elections

• By threatening US economic interests in Cuba

• None of the above

What was the primary reason Kim Il-Sung wanted to invade South Korea in June 1950?

• To establish a democratic government

• To unite Korea under communist rule

• To gain economic benefits

• To create a military alliance with Japan

Which article of the United Nations Charter allowed the UN Security Council to use force in Korea?

• Article 50

• Article 42

• Article 38

• Article 25

Between what years was Korea controlled by Japan before the division into North and South?

• 1905-1940

• 1910-1945

• 1920-1945

• 1900-1945

What significant military support did North Korea have during the invasion of South Korea in 1950?

• Support from the United Nations

• Tanks, heavy artillery, and planes from Russia

• Economic aid from China

• Naval support from Japan

What was the primary reason the UN Security Council met on 25 June 1950 regarding the situation in Korea?

• To discuss trade agreements with South Korea

• To call on North Korea to end hostilities and withdraw their forces

• To establish a new government in South Korea

• To congratulate North Korea on its military advances

What did Resolution 84, passed on 7th July 1950, provide for?

• Economic sanctions against North Korea

• Deployment of UN forces under a unified command led by the United States

• A peace treaty between North and South Korea

• Support for North Korean refugees