Cold War Test (L)

This question has two parts. This is a photograph of the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth. The launching of _______1_______ pushed the United States into a _______2_______ with the Soviet Union. Complete the sentences by selecting the correct answer.

(a)   ​ (b)  

• Apollo 13

• Sputnik 1
• Trinity 1

• Space Race

How did the GI Bill help American servicemen after World War II AND why did it lead to economic prosperity in the United States?

• The GI Bill provided education, housing, and unemployment benefits to American servicemen after World War II, helping them transition back to civilian life and acquire new skills. The increased education and training led to a more skilled workforce, boosting productivity and innovation, which contributed to economic prosperity in the United States.
• The GI Bill granted American servicemen access to luxury yachts after World War II, resulting in a decline in economic growth.
• The GI Bill offered unlimited vacation days to American servicemen after World War II, causing a decrease in workforce productivity.
• The GI Bill provided free cars to American servicemen after World War II, leading to increased traffic congestion and pollution.

The U.S. got involved in the conflict between these two countries -

• in an attempt to secure America’s access to oil reserves in South Korea

• to exact revenge on North Korea for their role in assisting the Axis Powers in World War II

• after Communist North Korea invaded South Korea

• to prevent South Korea from uniting the country

This speech delivered by Senator Joseph McCarthy contributed to -

• funding for the NASA space program to beat the Soviets to the moon

• growing fear that Communists were secretly taking over the U.S. government

• the resignation of President Truman

• Americans supporting the war in Korea

This graphic organizer describes the economy in the 1950s. Which detail best describes the result of the economic boom of the 1950s? Choose THREE correct answers.

• Creation of the interstate highway system

• Growth of the suburbs

• Banks passed higher interest rates

• Significant increase in the American birth rate

• Development of railroads

The Berlin Airlift demonstrated that the United States -

• used force to prevent communism from spreading to other countries

• had a superior aircraft that would not be challenged by the Soviets

• would not tolerate the attempted genocide of the Jewish people

• would try to avoid conflict with the Soviets while accomplishing its goals

Which is the best title for this list?

• Arms Race

• Causes of World War II

• House Un-American Activities Committee

• Marshall Plan

Which of the following contributed to this headline?

• The American government investing in aerospace technology

• Jonas Salk researching viruses and developing vaccines

• Americans traveling less due to the global unrest created by the Cold War

• The World Health Organization encouraging people to wash their hands before eating

This speech was delivered in Houston, Texas in 1962. President Kennedy's statements are about -

• the Cold War

• the Arms Race

• the Space Race

• the Truman Doctrine

How did returning soldiers from World War II impact the economy?

• The soldiers got married and had children, resulting in an increased demand for housing.

• Soldiers were highly experienced working with machinery and took factory jobs.

• The health industry thrived as soldiers returned from war with disease and medical conditions.

• Increased sales of microwavable dinners helped grocery stores earn large profits.