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Cold War Intro

Cold War Intro

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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Easy

Created by

Christopher Schumann

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5 Slides • 3 Questions

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Cold War

United States "vs." Soviet Union

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Directions

Read each slide, which outlines a different element of the Cold War between the United States and Soviet Union. Then on the following slide, you will draw a picture based on what you just read.

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​A period of hostility between the Soviet Union and United States, instead of fighting the "war" was characterized by threats, and propaganda.

Cold War

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Draw

Based on the definition on the previous slide; Draw a picture representing the term "Cold War"

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Communism

A form of government where the people do not own land, factories or machinery. Instead the government owns and controls these. People are expected to share their money with everyone. Everyone is considered equal and paid equal regardless of job, family, etc. Usually run by a dictator; people often have little to no say in government.

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Draw

Based on the definition on the previous slide; Draw a picture representing the term "capitalism"

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Capitalism

A form of government where the citizens own the land, machinery, and factories. People are in control of their role in society and how much money they make, and the goods they own. Often characterized by people voting, and having a say in government.

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Draw

Based on the definition on the previous slide; Draw a picture representing the term "communism"

Cold War

United States "vs." Soviet Union

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