Early Cold War

Front

What did Emma and her friends do after the school project had ended?

Back

They created a club (alliance of like-minded students)

Answer explanation

After the Berlin Blockade ended, the U.S. and its allies focused on strengthening their defense against communism, leading to the creation of NATO, an alliance of non-communist countries, to ensure collective security.

Front

Which of the following was created to stop the spread of communism in the world?

• The Truman Doctrine
• The Eisenhower Doctrine
• The Marshal Plan
• All of the above

Back

All of the above

Answer explanation

The Truman Doctrine, Eisenhower Doctrine, and Marshall Plan were all initiatives aimed at containing communism. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above' as each played a role in stopping its spread.

Front

Why did Olivia go to the debate competition against North High School?

Back

To prevent South High School from becoming communist

Answer explanation

The U.S. entered the Korean War to prevent the spread of communism to South Korea, which was threatened by North Korea's invasion. The goal was to maintain South Korea as a non-communist state.

Front

When the Korean War ended, what was the outcome regarding the division of Korea?

Back

Communist North Korea and Capitalist South Korea remained divided at the 38th parallel

Answer explanation

The Korean War ended with the division of Korea remaining intact. North Korea continued as a communist state while South Korea developed a capitalist government, both separated by the 38th parallel.

Front

Who carried out a witch hunt to expose communists in the United States?

Back

Joseph McCarthy

Answer explanation

Joseph McCarthy led a campaign in the 1950s to identify and expose alleged communists in the U.S. government and other institutions, which became known as McCarthyism, making him the key figure in this witch hunt.

Front

On the political spectrum that measures how much control a government has over its people, communism is on which side?

Back

On the far left side of the spectrum (total government control)

Answer explanation

Communism is characterized by total government control over the economy and society, placing it on the far left side of the political spectrum, opposite to minimal or no government control.

Front

What was the main purpose of the Truman Doctrine?

Back

To stop the spread of communism in the world.

Answer explanation

The Truman Doctrine was primarily aimed at stopping the spread of communism globally, marking a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy to contain Soviet influence, rather than focusing on post-war recovery efforts.

Front

Organization created by the Allied Forces to prevent future wars, protect human rights, and keep the peace in the world after WWII ended.

Back

The United Nations

Answer explanation

The United Nations was established by the Allied Forces after WWII to promote peace, security, and human rights globally, distinguishing it from earlier organizations like the League of Nations and military alliances like NATO and the Warsaw Pact.

Front

On the political spectrum that measures government control over its citizens, on which side do citizens have the most individual freedoms from government control?

Back

Right side: Conservatives, Libertarians, Republicans, Anarchists

Answer explanation

On the right side of the political spectrum, ideologies like Libertarianism prioritize individual freedoms and minimal government intervention, contrasting with the left side, where more government control is common.

Front

The United Nations was created to improve and replace which organization?

Back

The League of Nations

Answer explanation

The United Nations was established in 1945 to succeed the League of Nations, which failed to prevent World War II. The UN aimed to promote international cooperation and peace, addressing the shortcomings of its predecessor.