Cold War - Benchmark Review

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What was the primary reason for the tension between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War? Options: Competition for space exploration, Military alliances, Trade disagreements

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Differing views on government and economics

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What does the term "Iron Curtain" symbolize?

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The division between democratic and communist countries in Europe

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Which event marked the beginning of the Cold War? Options: The Berlin Airlift, The formation of NATO, The end of World War II, The Cuban Missile Crisis

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The end of World War II

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How did the United States respond to the Soviet blockade of Berlin in 1948?

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By initiating the Berlin Airlift

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What was the main goal of NATO when it was formed?

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To prevent the spread of communism

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What was the outcome of the Korean War?

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The Korean Peninsula remained divided

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Who was Joseph McCarthy, and what was he known for?

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An American senator known for anti-communist activities

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What significant event occurred in 1961 that symbolized the division of Berlin?

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The construction of the Berlin Wall

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What was the Space Race?

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A race to explore outer space and achieve technological advancements.

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Which statement best describes the Cold War? A direct military conflict between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, A period of peaceful cooperation between superpowers, A time of indirect conflict and rivalry, A series of economic treaties

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A time of indirect conflict and rivalry