The Cold War

The Cold War

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10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What was the Iron Curtain?

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the imaginary line dividing Europe between Communist and Democratic nations.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which nations emerged as the world's superpowers after World War II and into the period of the Cold War? Options: China, Russia, USA, Soviet Union

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USA

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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President Truman used the policy of _________ to try and prevent the spread of Communism.

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Containment

4.

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Why was it a "cold" war instead of a traditional war?

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The US and Soviet Union never directly fought each other

5.

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What was the Truman Doctrine?

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The US's idea to offer money & aid to countries that might fall to communism

6.

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What was Domino Theory?

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The idea that if one country fell to communism, many others would follow.

7.

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What was the plan instituted by the United States that offered economic and technical aid to European nations to restore and modernize their economic infrastructure and industry, meant to show the world that capitalism was superior to communism?

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Marshall Plan

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