The Bay of Pigs Invasion Quiz

What was the primary reason for the United States' interest in overthrowing Fidel Castro?

• To support Cuban independence

• To establish a military base in Cuba

• To prevent the spread of communism

• To gain control of Cuban resources

Which plan did President Kennedy choose for the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• A direct military invasion by the U.S.

• A diplomatic approach to negotiate with Castro

• An exile-led invasion with minimal U.S. support

• A U.S.-backed invasion from the south

Why did Kennedy prefer the plan with minimal U.S. involvement?

• To save on military expenses

• To maintain plausible deniability

• To test the strength of Cuban exiles

• To avoid international criticism

What was a major factor that contributed to the failure of the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• The poor training of Cuban exiles

• The intervention of the Soviet Union

• The Cuban military's superior technology

• The lack of American air support

How did the Cuban public react to the Bay of Pigs invasion?

• They supported the exiles

• They remained neutral

• They fled the country

• They were outraged by the invasion