G9, Containment, Korea and Vietnam

What was the primary purpose of the Truman Doctrine?

• To support isolationist policies

• To provide economic aid to all countries

• To prevent the expansion of communism

• To promote trade with communist countries

In which year was the Truman Doctrine first introduced?

• 1960

• 1945

• 1950

• 1947

Which two countries were specifically mentioned as receiving aid in Truman's speech to Congress?

• France and Italy

• Vietnam and Korea

• Greece and Turkey

• China and Japan

What was the Marshall Plan primarily concerned with?

• Technological advancements

• Espionage activities

• Economic assistance to Western Europe

• Military alliances

Which military alliance was created under the influence of the Truman Doctrine?

• Warsaw Pact

• United Nations

• NATO

• ASEAN

What event marked the beginning of the Korean War?

• The crossing of the 38th parallel by North Korean forces

• The bombing of Pearl Harbor

• The signing of the Geneva Accords

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

Which parallel divided North and South Korea?

• 17th parallel

• 38th parallel

• 45th parallel

• 52nd parallel

What was the outcome of the Vietnam War for the United States?

• A decisive military victory

• Stalemate and peace treaty

• Withdrawal and eventual communist takeover of Vietnam

• Expansion of US territories

How did the US initially get involved in the Vietnam War?

• Direct declaration of war

• Nuclear threats

• After the Gulf of Tonkin incident

• Supporting French colonial forces

What was a major difference in public perception between the Korean War and the Vietnam War in the US?

• The Korean War was more popular

• The Vietnam War received greater media coverage and public scrutiny

• The Korean War led to significant protests

• The Vietnam War was largely supported by the public