Post-World War II US Policies

The video discusses the Cuban Missile Crisis, highlighting the emergence of the USA and USSR as superpowers post-WWII. It explores the ideological clash between capitalism and communism, leading to the Cold War. The US adopted a containment policy, exemplified by the Truman Doctrine, to prevent the spread of communism. Key reasons for containment included the domino theory, avoiding nuclear war, and economic influence. The video also covers the Bay of Pigs invasion, a failed attempt to overthrow Cuba's socialist leader, Fidel Castro, which further aligned Cuba with the USSR.

What were the two superpowers that emerged after World War II?

• Germany and Japan

• UK and France

• USA and USSR

• USA and China

What was the main ideological difference between the USA and the USSR?

• Capitalism vs. Communism

• Democracy vs. Monarchy

• Socialism vs. Fascism

• Anarchism vs. Totalitarianism

What was the American policy to prevent the spread of communism called?

• Neutrality

• Expansionism

• Isolationism

• Containment

Which doctrine pledged US support to countries resisting communism?

• Marshall Plan

• Truman Doctrine

• Eisenhower Doctrine

• Monroe Doctrine

What theory suggested that if one country fell to communism, others would follow?

• Cascade Theory

• Tipping Point Theory

• Chain Reaction Theory

• Domino Theory

Why was an all-out war with the USSR considered unfeasible?

• Geographical distance

• Political alliances

• Lack of military resources

• Mutually assured destruction

How did the USA aim to boost its economy post-World War II?

• By reducing taxes

• By colonizing new territories

• By increasing domestic production

• By establishing a network of trading partners

Which country paid its last repayment of Marshall Aid in 2007?

• Italy

• UK

• Germany

• France

What was the aim of the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• To negotiate peace

• To build a military base

• To overthrow Fidel Castro

• To establish a trade agreement

What was the outcome of the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• A prolonged conflict

• A successful coup

• A diplomatic agreement

• A failed invasion