Cold War

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What did the Soviet Government do when their authority was challenged?

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Imposed prompt and severe punishment of those who challenged them

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What motivated the U.S. to get involved in the wars in Korea and Vietnam?

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The U.S. was supporting their governments in the fight AGAINST communism.

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Which statement is true about the USA and USSR (Soviet Union) during the Cold War? Options: The US and USSR competed against each other economically and politically., They worked together towards the goal of stopping Communism., The US and USSR actively attacked one another, at times using nuclear weapons., They worked together to protect human rights around the world.

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The US and USSR competed against each other economically and politically.

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When the Soviet Union collapsed, what happened?

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All of these are true.

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Which of the following is usually a characteristic of a communist economy? The government can help people start businesses and help businesses grow to improve the economy. , The government is restricted by law from interfering too much with companies or individuals' property., There is no private ownership and governments are in charge of everything-factories, farms, transportation, etc. , People are encouraged to invest in companies so they can make money and become wealthy.

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There is no private ownership and governments are in charge of everything-factories, farms, transportation, etc.

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Communism and capitalism are economic systems. What kinds of governments do communist countries usually have?

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Often, there is a dictator who controls the government and the government controls the people through fear and punishment.

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Both the Marshall Plan and the Truman Doctrine sought to

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Contain Communism and stop it from spreading.

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The countries in RED represent which Cold War era organization?

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Warsaw Pact

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During the Cold War, why were the US and Soviet Union hesitant to become involved directly in military conflict?

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The potential for global destruction using nuclear weapons

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Which country supported Fidel Castro, the communist leader of Cuba?

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USSR