Cold War (handout)

The aftermath of WWII caused...? (two correct answers)

• a shift in the global balance of power

• the entire world to support capitalism and democracy

• a bi-polar world with two competing superpowers

• the downfall of communism in the Soviet Union

Why was the Cold War termed as "cold"?

• Because it involved direct military combat

• Because it was primarily an economic conflict

• Because it did not involve direct military combat

• Because it lasted only a short period

What did the USA and USSR focus on increasing during the Cold War?

• Economic sanctions

• Military capabilities

• Cultural exchanges

• Territorial conquests

What was a primary goal of both the USA and USSR during the Cold War?

• To reduce their global influence

• To expand their global influence

• To engage in direct combat

• To promote peace treaties

How did the USA and USSR attempt to undermine each other during the Cold War?

• By forming military alliances only

• By using economic blockades

• By undermining the other's way of life using propaganda

• By direct territorial invasions

The first key feature of the Cold War is the threat of...

• Biological warfare

• Nuclear warfare

• Chemical warfare

• Conventional warfare

The United States and the Soviet Union were competing for loyalty of...

• Established nations

• Newly independent nations

• Colonial powers

• Economic blocs

The Soviet Union and the United States began giving "what" to each other's enemies around the world?

• Cultural and educational support

• Military and economic support

• Humanitarian and medical support

• Technological and informational support

Which color represents the Eastern Bloc in the map provided?

• Red

• Green

• Blue

• White

Which color represents the Western Block on the map?

• Blue
• Green
• Red
• Yellow