What did the Nationalists struggle with that affected their rule?

Inflation and a failing economy

Strong leadership and a robust economy

Experienced guerrilla army and high morale

What was one of the reasons why peasants were attracted to the Communists?

Heavy reliance on aid from the United States

What was the outcome of the Chinese Civil War?

The Communists established the People's Republic of China.

The Nationalists established the People's Republic of China.

The United States committed 2 billion soldiers to back up the Nationalists.

According to the text, what factor contributed to the Nationalists' loss of peasant support?

The Nationalists' grain tax and other harsh policies

The Communists' experienced guerrilla army

The Nationalists' reliance on financial aid from the Soviet Union

The Communists' weak military leadership

What did the United States refuse to accept after the establishment of the People's Republic of China?

The Communists as the true government of China

The Nationalists as the true government of China

The Soviet Union's influence in China

Why did some conservatives in Congress criticize the American government's response to events in China?

They thought the government was riddled with Communist agents.

They believed the government was too aggressive.

They felt the government should focus on Europe only.

They were satisfied with the government's actions.

What was the main reason for Chiang Kai-shek and other nationalist leaders retreating to the island of Taiwan in 1949?

To seek refuge from the Japanese.

To start a democratic movement.

To negotiate with the Communists.

What event marked the beginning of the Korean War?

The surprise attack by North Korea on South Korea across the 38th parallel.

The withdrawal of American troops from South Korea.

The election of Syngman Rhee as the president of South Korea.

The formation of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in the north.

What action did President Truman take in response to the North Korean invasion of South Korea?

He sent an American fleet into the waters between Taiwan and China.

He called for a UN Security Council vote.

He withdrew American troops from Japan.

He declared war on North Korea.

What was the main amphibious move made by General Douglas MacArthur during the Korean War?

He led a surprise amphibious landing behind enemy lines at Inchon.

He led a retreat across the 38th parallel.

He launched a counterattack with tanks, heavy artillery, and fresh troops from the United States.

He pushed UN and South Korean troops to the Yalu River.

What was the strategic significance of the Chinese entering the Korean War?

They wanted to protect their northeastern provinces and maintain a Communist buffer state.

They wanted to drive the UN troops out of North Korea.

They wanted to support the North Korean troops with additional manpower.

They wanted to capture the South Korean capital, Seoul.

How did the involvement of China affect the Korean War?

It escalated the war into a conflict between communists and the Americans.

It led to a quick victory for the UN forces.

It resulted in the Korean War ending in a stalemate.

It caused the UN forces to gain strategic positions in the Korean hills.

Why did President Truman reject General MacArthur's request to attack China during the Korean War?

He believed it would start World War III.

He thought it was the right strategy to win the war.

He wanted to focus on the war in Europe instead.

He was concerned about the Soviet Union's reaction.

What was the main reason General Omar N. Bradley disagreed with MacArthur's plan to attack China?

He was concerned it would be the wrong place, time, and enemy.

He believed it would lead to a quick victory.

He thought it would strengthen the UN forces.

He supported MacArthur's view but was overruled by Truman.

What action did President Truman take on April 11, 1951, regarding General MacArthur?

He relieved him of his command.

He promoted him to a higher position.

He publicly supported his strategy.

He sent him to negotiate peace with China.

What was the outcome of the congressional committee's investigation into MacArthur's dismissal?

They concluded that Truman had done the right thing.

They recommended reinstating MacArthur.

They were unable to reach a conclusion.

According to the text, what was the long-term public opinion regarding Truman's decision to dismiss MacArthur?

Public opinion shifted in favor of Truman's decision.

Public opinion remained negative towards Truman.

Public opinion was divided and remained so.

Public opinion favored MacArthur's military strategy.

What was the main reason for the high cost of the Korean War to the United States?

The loss of American lives and financial expenditures

The involvement of the Soviet Union

The establishment of a demilitarized zone

What was the outcome of the Korean War in terms of the number of nations on the Korean peninsula?

Korea remained divided into two separate nations

Korea became a single, unified nation

The entire Korean peninsula became communist

The Korean peninsula was handed over to the Soviet Union

What was the significance of the 38th parallel before the Korean War?

It was the boundary between North and South Korea

It was the line where the atomic bomb was dropped

It was the front line of the United Nations forces

It was the location of the major battles during the war

What event is depicted in the "Now & Then" box in the image?

A visit by a South Korean President to North Korea

A peace treaty signing between North and South Korea

The reunification of North and South Korea

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