Vietnam War Lesson 1 Quiz DIF

Who was the leader of North Vietnam during the Vietnam War?

• Ngo Dinh Diem

• Tonkin Gulf

• Ho Chi Minh

• Vietcong

What was the purpose of the domino theory according to Eisenhower?

• To split Vietnam in two

• To capture Dien Bien Phu

• To stop the spread of communism

• To support French outposts

What was the Geneva Accords' temporary solution for Vietnam?

• It divided Vietnam along the 17th parallel into North and South Vietnam.

• It unified Vietnam under the control of the Vietminh.

• It established a democratic government for the whole of Vietnam.

• It gave control of Vietnam back to France.

Who did the United States support in the all-country elections in South Vietnam?

• Ho Chi Minh

• Ngo Dinh Diem

• The Vietcong

• The anti-Communist Nationalists

What was the main reason for the Kennedy administration to decide that Diem had to step down?

• Diem was gaining too much power.

• Diem's government was becoming more stable.

• Diem's administration was corrupt and refused to allow opposing views.

• Diem was planning to sign a peace treaty with North Vietnam.

What did Congress pass as a result of President Johnson asking for special military powers?

• The Saigon Resolution

• The Hanoi Resolution

• The Tonkin Gulf Resolution

• The Vietnam Resolution

What did the Vietminh declare as its main goal?

• To establish a communist government

• To promote economic reforms

• To create a democratic society

• To gain independence from foreign rule

How did Ho Chi Minh respond to the return of the French?

• By seeking help from the Soviet Union

• By negotiating a peace treaty

• By launching a guerrilla war

• By surrendering to French forces

What authority did the Tonkin Gulf Resolution grant to the U.S. president?

• To declare war on Vietnam

• To use military force in Vietnam as necessary

• To negotiate peace without congressional approval

• To increase economic aid to South Vietnam

What was Operation Rolling Thunder?

• A ground offensive by U.S. troops

• A series of peace talks

• A strategic bombing campaign

• A naval blockade