How did the political climate of the Cold War impact the world's 2 superpowers?

• The US and USSR competed against each other economically and politically

• They worked together towards the goal of stopping Communism

• They both colonized Africa and Asia

• They worked together to protect human rights around the world.

Which of the following is usually a characteristic of a Communist economy?

• Entrepreneurs sell shares in their companies to the government

• The role of the government in the economy is restricted by law

• Government agencies are in control of production planning

• Investment is encouraged by the promise of large profits.

Which is a key principle of Capitalism?

• Supply and Demand determine production and price

• The means of production are controlled by the state

• Businesses are owned by the people collectively

• Employment is determined by social class

Both the Marshall Plan and the Truman Doctrine sought to

• Solve world hunger

• Expand Communism

• Contain Communism

• Help Russia construct the Iron Curtain

The countries in RED represent which Cold War era organization?

• League of Nations

• Justice League

• USA

• Warsaw Pact

During the Cold War, why were the US and Soviet Union hesitant to become involved directly in military conflict?

• Increased tension in the Middle East

• To support the UN

• The potential for global destruction

• Pressure from Canada

Which country supported Fidel Castro, the communist leader of Cuba?

• USA

• USSR

• Great Britain

• Wakanda

How did the Marshall Plan try to prevent the spread of communism?

• it provided nuclear weapons to NATO members

• It provided funds for economic recovery of war torn European nations

• it proved refugee housing

• it provided military assistance to Vietnam

What two nations were in competition with each other during the Cold War?

• Spain and Portugal
• England and France
• Germany and Italy
• United States and Soviet Union

What does the ‘Iron Curtain’ symbolize? 

• The division between East Germany and West Germany
• The division between East Berlin and West Berlin
• The division between communist Europe and noncommunist Europe 
• The division between North Korea and South Korea