VUS.12 Flashcard

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What conference marked the beginning of the Cold War era in 1945? Options: The Berlin Conference, The Yalta Conference, The Potsdam Conference, The Geneva Conference

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The Yalta Conference

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Which leaders were known as the "Big 3" who met to plan Europe's division?

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Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin

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How many countries initially joined the United Nations when it was formed?

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48 countries

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What was the main purpose of the Truman Doctrine?

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To aid countries fighting against communism

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Which leader led Communist forces to victory in China?

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Mao Zedong

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Where did the Nationalist Chinese forces retreat to after their defeat?

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Taiwan

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What parallel marked the division between North and South Korea?

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The 38th Parallel

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How did the Korean War end?

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With a stalemate at the 38th parallel

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Which leader transformed Cuba into a communist state?

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Fidel Castro

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What physical barrier became a symbol of the Cold War in Germany?

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The Berlin Wall