Cold War Quiz

What was the primary goal of the Truman Doctrine?

• To promote economic recovery in Europe

• To contain the spread of communism

• To establish the United Nations

• To initiate the Space Race

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DOK Level 1: Recall

TX.§113.41.c.8.A.

Which U.S. policy provided economic aid to help rebuild European economies after World War II?

• The Truman Doctrine

• The Marshall Plan

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The Eisenhower Doctrine

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DOK Level 1: Recall

TX.§113.41.c.8.A.

How did the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) contribute to Cold War tensions?

• By investigating suspected communist activities in the U.S.

• By promoting the Marshall Plan

• By negotiating peace treaties with the Soviet Union

• By supporting the Berlin Airlift

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DOK Level 1: Recall

TX.§113.41.c.8.B.

What was a significant impact of McCarthyism in the United States?

• Increased trust in government

• Widespread fear and suspicion of communism

• Economic prosperity

• Strengthened U.S.-Soviet relations

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DOK Level 1: Recall

TX.§113.41.c.8.B.

Which event marked the beginning of the Space Race between the United States and the Soviet Union?

• The launch of Sputnik

• The Berlin Airlift

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The signing of the NATO treaty

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DOK Level 1: Recall

TX.§113.41.c.8.B.

Describe the purpose of the Berlin Airlift.

• To provide military support to West Berlin

• To supply food and fuel to West Berlin during the Soviet blockade

• To evacuate citizens from East Berlin

• To establish a new government in Berlin

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

TX.§113.41.c.8.A.

Explain how the formation of NATO was a response to Soviet aggression.

• It aimed to promote economic cooperation among Western nations.

• It was a military alliance to counter Soviet expansion in Europe.

• It sought to establish a global peacekeeping force.

• It focused on space exploration and scientific research.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

TX.§113.41.c.8.A.

Analyze the impact of the arms race on U.S. domestic policies during the Cold War.

• It led to increased funding for social welfare programs.

• It resulted in significant investments in military and defense technologies.

• It caused a reduction in military spending.

• It promoted isolationist policies.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

TX.§113.41.c.8.B.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the Marshall Plan in achieving its goals.

• It failed to prevent the spread of communism in Europe.

• It successfully revitalized European economies and reduced the appeal of communism.

• It led to economic decline in the United States.

• It had no significant impact on European recovery.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

TX.§113.41.c.8.A.

Discuss the long-term effects of McCarthyism on American society and politics.

• It strengthened civil liberties and freedom of speech.

• It created a lasting atmosphere of fear and suspicion.

• It led to the end of the Cold War.

• It improved U.S.-Soviet relations.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

TX.§113.41.c.8.B.