Origins of the Cold War

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Which of the following describes the relationship between the Soviet Union and the United States from 1945-1991? Options: Peaceful coexistence with political and economic cooperation., An uneasy peace with successful use of the United Nations to solve problems., Armed hostility between forces of both countries in Alaska and Siberia., Tension-filled with an ideological battle to control the direction of world opinion.

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Tension-filled with an ideological battle to control the direction of world opinion.

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What was the purpose of the Marshall Plan?

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To provide economic assistance to European allies and help strengthen democratic governments.

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Why was Berlin a key focus of Cold War tensions?

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Berlin was split into democratic West Berlin and communist East Berlin.

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Which foreign policy principle was used to protect the democratic governments in Greece and Turkey against communist infiltration after World War II, and ultimately much of the United States foreign policy after 1947?

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containment

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Which shading represents the communist satellite states controlled by the Soviet Union during the Cold War?

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