Bay of Pigs and Castro's Policies

The Cuban Revolution led to Batista's removal and Castro's rise. Initially, Castro was not a communist but began appointing communists, causing tensions with the US. Castro's nationalization policies angered the US, leading to the Bay of Pigs invasion, which failed. This failure pushed Cuba closer to the Soviet Union, setting the stage for the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Who initially became the head of the army after Batista was removed from power?

• Manuel Urrutia

• Fidel Castro

• Che Guevara

• Jose Miro Cardona

What was one of the major policies Castro implemented that angered the U.S.?

• Nationalizing businesses

• Reducing military size

• Building new schools

• Increasing taxes

What was one of the consequences of Castro's nationalization of businesses?

• Angered the U.S. government and organizations

• Increased support from American companies

• Strengthened ties with the Mafia

• Improved relations with the U.S.

Which U.S. President accused Castro of being a communist?

• John F. Kennedy

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

• Richard Nixon

• Lyndon B. Johnson

What was the main goal of the CIA's plan involving Cuban exiles?

• To build a new government in Cuba

• To negotiate peace with the Soviet Union

• To incite a rebellion against Castro

• To establish a trade agreement

What was a significant reason for the failure of the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• Insufficient training of Cuban exiles

• Poor landing site and Cuban resistance

• Lack of support from the Soviet Union

• Weather conditions

What was the outcome of the Bay of Pigs invasion for the U.S.?

• An increase in U.S. prestige

• A major embarrassment and failure

• A new trade agreement with Cuba

• A successful overthrow of Castro

What was the strategic mistake made by the CIA regarding the landing site for the invasion?

• Landing in a swampy area with a radio station

• Selecting a location far from any Cuban forces

• Choosing a site with no access to the sea

• Choosing a site with no historical significance

After the Bay of Pigs invasion, what did Kennedy continue to attempt?

• Forming an alliance with Cuba

• Building a new embassy in Cuba

• Assassinating or overthrowing Castro

• Negotiating with Castro

How did Castro's relationship with the Soviet Union change after the Bay of Pigs?

• It strengthened, leading to the Cuban Missile Crisis

• It weakened significantly

• It ended completely

• It remained the same