The Cold War through the 1960s Test Review

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Which of the following choices best describes the U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War? Containment of communism, Whoever smelt it dealt it, The enemy of my enemy is my friend, Whoever supplied it denied it, The War on Terror

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Containment of communism

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What was the name given to the buildup of weapons during the Cold War?

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Arms Race

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How did the Korean War end for the United States?

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It ended in a stalemate (the border did not change; neither side gained any territory)

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What is the main aim of the United Nations?

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Maintain peace and order, Help countries get along, Provide everyone what they need for good life.

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During the Cold War, what bill did the U.S. Congress pass to provide financial assistance to western European countries?

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Marshall Plan

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What happened as a result of the launch of Sputnik in 1957?

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It started the space race between the USSR and U.S., The U.S. government started NASA, U.S. began to spend more money on math and science to maintain national security.

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What theory caused the U.S. to enter the Vietnam War in order to stop the expansion of communism across Southeast Asia?

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Domino Theory

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What is significant about the 38th parallel?

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The division between North and South Korea.

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The CIA trained Cuban refugees to try and overthrow Castor's communist regime. This attempt was unsuccessful because JFK refused to provide support. What is this event called?

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Bay of Pigs

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Servicemen’s Readjustment Act; helped veterans with low interest home loans and money for college education

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G.I. Bill