Cold War Policies and Events

The video covers the Cold War from the late 1940s to the 1980s, highlighting key events and figures. It discusses the Brezhnev era, the Prague Spring, and the era of détente under Nixon, Ford, and Carter. The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan and its impact on global politics are examined, along with the tensions between China and the Soviet Union. The rise of the Solidarity movement in Poland and the role of Pope John Paul II are explored. Finally, Reagan's policies and their contribution to the end of the Cold War are discussed.

What was the outcome of the Cuban Missile Crisis for Khrushchev?

• He was promoted to a higher position.

• He gained more influence in the Soviet Union.

• He was removed from power.

• He successfully negotiated peace.

What was the main goal of Brezhnev's Doctrine?

• To promote democracy in Eastern Europe.

• To allow Soviet interference in communist nations.

• To establish free trade with the West.

• To reduce nuclear arms.

What was the primary focus of the era of détente?

• Promoting capitalism in Eastern Europe.

• Expanding Soviet influence in Africa.

• Reducing tensions and nuclear arms.

• Increasing military spending.

How did the United States respond to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan?

• By increasing trade with the Soviet Union.

• By imposing an embargo and boycotting the Olympics.

• By signing a new arms agreement.

• By withdrawing from NATO.

What was one significant impact of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan on international relations?

• It led to a breakdown in Soviet-Chinese relations.

• It caused the Soviet Union to gain more allies.

• It strengthened the Soviet-Chinese alliance.

• It resulted in a peace treaty with the United States.

Who was a prominent critic of communism in Poland during the Cold War?

• Mikhail Gorbachev

• Richard Nixon

• Pope John Paul II

• Leonid Brezhnev

What was the significance of the Solidarity movement in Poland?

• It led to the establishment of a new communist party.

• It resulted in increased Soviet control over Poland.

• It supported the Soviet Union's policies.

• It marked the beginning of cracks in the Iron Curtain.

What was one of the reasons for the economic collapse of the Soviet Union?

• Successful space missions.

• Excessive military spending.

• Strong economic ties with the United States.

• Increased agricultural production.

How did Ronald Reagan's policies impact the Cold War?

• He reduced military spending.

• He withdrew from international alliances.

• He intensified Cold War rhetoric and increased military spending.

• He signed a peace treaty with the Soviet Union.

What was the 'Star Wars' initiative proposed by Reagan?

• A cultural exchange program with the Soviet Union.

• A space exploration program.

• A strategic defense initiative to shoot down nuclear missiles.

• A plan to colonize Mars.