The Vietnam War

How did the United States become more involved in the Vietnam War?

• By providing economic aid to Vietnam

• By sending military advisors to South Vietnam

• By forming an alliance with the Soviet Union

• By signing a peace treaty with North Vietnam

Why was the Diem regime in South Vietnam unpopular?

• It implemented successful land reforms

• It had strong support from the rural population

• It was perceived as corrupt and oppressive

• It promoted religious freedom and equality

In what way was America's support of the Diem government a conflict of interests?

• America supported Diem's policies of land redistribution

• America's anti-communist stance conflicted with Diem's neutral position

• America's support was seen as backing a corrupt and undemocratic regime

• America wanted to promote trade with Vietnam, contrary to Diem's policies

How did the Tonkin Gulf Resolution lead to greater U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War?

• It declared war on Vietnam.

• It gave the President authority to take all necessary measures to repel any armed attack against the forces of the United States.

• It increased economic sanctions on Vietnam.

• It initiated a draft for more soldiers.

Who was the Vietnamese communist leader that wanted separation from the

French?

• Ngo Dinh Diem

• Ho Chi Minh

• Mao Zedong

• Kim Il Sung

What President is MOST associated with the Vietnam War?

• John F. Kennedy

• Lyndon B. Johnson

• Richard Nixon

• Harry S. Truman

What was the name of the Resolution that brought the US to War in Vietnam?

• Gulf of Mexico Resotultion

• Gulf of Vietnam Resolution

• Gulf of Tonkin Resolution

• Gulf of Nanking Resolution

What was the name of the bombing plan the US used in the Vietnam War?

During the Vietnam War how did the US keep track of if and how they were winning?

• The amount of territory taken

• The number of casualties inflicted

• Whether or not Vietnam became Communist

• Whether the American Public was positive about the War effort or not.

What year did the US finally withdraw all American Troops?

• 1968

• 1971

• 1973

• 1975