Review US Quarter 3: 1945-1968

Front

Following WWII, who is going to ‘step up’ and take major responsibility for shaping the new global economy? Options: Russia, Britain, United States, France

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United States

Front

Who becomes the new ‘superpowers’ after WWII?

Back

US and Soviet Union

Front

What is the name of the imaginary barrier that Winston Churchill claimed had ‘descended across the [European] continent’?

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The Iron Curtain

Front

After WW2 ended, what group was formed with the express purpose of helping countries settle differences diplomatically without the use of force or war?

Back

The United Nations

Front

Which US government document provided funding for WWII veterans to aid in their transition to civilian life, such as paying for a college education, providing up to 1 year of unemployment, or providing loans for new houses or businesses?

Back

The G.I. Bill

Front

What is the term for the large number of children that were born after WWII (‘45-’64)?

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The Baby Boom

Front

What is the ‘Truman Doctrine’?

Back

Providing money and aid to nations struggling against communism

Front

During the Cold War, what did the U.S. Congress pass that provided $13 billion in financial assistance specifically to Western European countries to prevent Communism in those countries?

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Marshall Plan

Front

What term is used to describe the fear of communist influence and espionage within the United States during the 1950s?

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The Red Scare

Front

What did HUAC investigate?

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Communists in the US government and in Hollywood