Regents Prep- Cold War

What was a major reason for President Harry Truman’s June 27, 1950, statement?

• the United States commitment to the Cold War policy of containment

• an attempt to gain the support of China to halt aggression against South Korea

• the continuing presence of Japanese forces in Korea after World War II

• the announcement of a plan to reunite North and South Korea

What made the response to North Korea’s invasion of South Korea different from past conflicts?

• The Soviet Union and the United States became allies.

• The aggression of North Korea ended when the Soviet Union intervened.

• Members of the United Nations supplied troops to defend South Korea.

• Neighboring Southeast Asian nations were divided over which side to support.

Why were Americans worried by the event described in this headline?

• They feared the United States was being overtaken in the Cold War arms race.

• They believed the satellite might have a negative effect on weather patterns.

• They thought launching the satellite violated international law.

• They were concerned about the effects of satellite technology on future prosperity.

What was one direct result of the event described in this headline?

• President Eisenhower mobilized the military for an attack.

• The United Nations condemned the Soviet Union’s actions.

• Congress mandated that families build fallout shelters.

• Congress passed legislation to promote science education in schools.

Which constitutional principle is illustrated by these headlines?

• federalism

• checks and balances

• judicial review

• reserved powers

Which president faced the same constitutional challenge as President Bill Clinton?

• Jimmy Carter

• William McKinley

• Andrew Johnson

• George W. Bush

Which foreign policy supported the goals expressed in this passage?

• expansionism

• Open Door

• Big Stick

• Containment

Secretary of State George C. Marshall’s plan was partly a response to the

• occupation of Eastern Europe by the Soviet Union

• creation of the United Nations

• isolationist sentiments in the United States

• independence movements throughout Africa

In this passage, Senator Smith argues that those who question an individual’s loyalty to the United States should be reminded that

• the loss of one’s job and reputation because of a rumor can be justified

• the rights of accused persons are safeguarded by the Constitution

• Americans have the right to their own opinions, even if those opinions are unpopular

• freedom of speech is not absolute and may be limited in a national emergency

This 1950 “Declaration of Conscience” speech by Senator Smith was written in response to

• President Harry Truman’s integration of the armed forces

• General Douglas MacArthur’s military strategy in Korea

• President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s support for the French in Indochina

• Senator Joseph McCarthy’s unproven accusations of treason