The Initial spark of a conflict between the superpowers

What was the initial agreement between the United States, Britain, and the Soviet Union regarding Europe after World War II?

• Eastern Europe would be democratic, Western Europe communist

• The Soviet Union would control all of Europe

• Eastern Europe would be Soviet-controlled, Western Europe U.S.-controlled

• Europe would remain unified under British control

What action did Stalin take that contradicted the original post-war agreement?

• He allowed free elections in Eastern Europe

• He attempted to communize Western European countries

• He surrendered control to the United States

• He formed an alliance with Britain

During the Greek Civil War (1946-1949), what role did Britain play?

• Supported the communist regime

• Remained neutral in the conflict

• Provided aid to Turkey only

• Worked to prevent communist expansion

How did the United States demonstrate support for Turkey during this period?

• Sent a battleship to Turkish waters

• Withdrew all military presence

• Formed an alliance with the Soviet Union

• Established communist governments

What was the outcome of the Soviet occupation of Iran following World War II?

• Iran became permanently Soviet-controlled

• The British maintained occupation

• Iran gained immediate independence

• The Soviets withdrew after UN Security Council pressure

What was the primary motivation behind the creation of the Truman Doctrine in 1947?

• To prevent the spread of communism in Greece and Turkey

• To establish new trade relationships with Soviet Union

• To rebuild Western Europe's economy

• To create military alliances in South America

Why did the United States feel particularly compelled to help Greece and Turkey?

• They were major oil producers

• Their strategic location near the Middle East

• They had large American populations

• They requested military equipment only

The Truman Doctrine was first announced during:

• A United Nations assembly

• A radio broadcast

• A joint session of Congress

• A meeting with Soviet leaders

What potential consequence did Truman fear if communism spread to Greece and Turkey?

• Loss of European allies

• Economic depression in the US

• Nuclear proliferation

• Domino effect in the Middle East

The Truman Doctrine represented which broader US foreign policy approach?

• Isolationism

• Containment

• Détente

• Neutrality