Cold War and Its Aftermath Flashcard

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What major event is described at the beginning of the video?

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The fall of the Berlin Wall

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Who is mentioned as having a cautious approach during the Cold War? Options: Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Mikhail Gorbachev, Nelson Mandela

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George H.W. Bush

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What was the primary concern of European leaders regarding a unified Germany?

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It could dominate Europe again.

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What was the reaction of the citizens in Romania to their dictator's rule?

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They initiated a popular uprising.

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What did George H.W. Bush aim to achieve with NATO regarding Germany?

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To ensure a unified Germany could join NATO.

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Who was the famous political prisoner mentioned in the video?

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Nelson Mandela

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What significant military action is referenced towards the end of the video? Options: The invasion of Afghanistan, The Gulf War, The Battle of Normandy, The Vietnam War

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The Gulf War

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What was the outcome of the United Nations' resolution regarding Iraq?

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It authorized the use of force against Iraq.

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What did George Bush believe was necessary for a new world order? Options: The complete disarmament of all nations., A coalition of diverse nations working together., The establishment of a single global government., The isolation of aggressive countries.

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A coalition of diverse nations working together.

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How did the video describe the first military offensive of the Gulf War?

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As the largest air attack in history.