Cuban History and Castro's Leadership

The video explores Cuba's role in the Cold War, starting with Batista's rise to power and U.S. support. It details Fidel Castro's revolution, leading to Cuba's shift to socialism and alignment with the Soviet Union. The video covers Cuba's domestic policies, including social reforms in education and healthcare, and its international relations, particularly with the Soviet Union. It concludes with the economic challenges Cuba faced after the Soviet Union's collapse.

What was the primary reason the United States supported Batista's regime in Cuba?

• To promote democracy

• To contain communism

• To support human rights

• To expand American businesses

Who did Fidel Castro meet in Mexico that became a key figure in his revolutionary movement?

• Camilo Cienfuegos

• Juan Almeida

• Ernesto 'Che' Guevara

• Raúl Castro

What significant event marked the failure of U.S. plans to overthrow Castro?

• The Cuban Revolution

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The Missile Defense Act

• The Bay of Pigs Invasion

What was the outcome of the Cuban Missile Crisis for Castro's leadership?

• It caused a civil war

• It led to his resignation

• It weakened his position

• It solidified his presidency

How did Castro transform the Cuban economy after taking power?

• By privatizing industries

• By reducing government control

• By nationalizing industries

• By increasing foreign ownership

What was one of the social policies implemented by Castro in Cuba?

• Universal health care

• Privatized education

• Reduced women's rights

• Increased foreign investment

Which international organization did Cuba join that increased Soviet support?

• ASEAN

• OPEC

• COMECON

• NATO

What was a major consequence for Cuba after the collapse of the Soviet Union?

• Deep recession

• Political stability

• Economic prosperity

• Increased Soviet aid

What role did Cuba play in international conflicts during Castro's leadership?

• Avoided international involvement

• Supported right-wing movements

• Remained neutral

• Supported left-wing movements

What was one of the key economic changes in Cuba under Castro's leadership?

• Privatization of sugar industry

• Nationalization of oil refineries

• Increase in foreign ownership

• Reduction in government control