Unit 9 Practice Questions

What was the main focus of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union?

• Economic cooperation

• Political, economic, and military superiority

• Religious freedom

• Social equality

Which international body is responsible for ensuring peace and security worldwide?

• United Nations Security Council

• European Union

• NATO

• G8 Summit

What does the term "satellite state" refer to in the context of the Cold War?

• A country with advanced technology

• A country under heavy influence from another nation

• A country with no political system

• A neutral country

What does the Truman Doctrine refer to during the Cold War era?

• Providing aid to war-torn countries

• Providing aid to countries threatened by communism

• Promoting democracy worldwide

• Promoting capitalism in Eastern Europe

What was the purpose of the Marshall Plan in post-World War II Europe?

• Create a military alliance

• Provide economic assistance for reconstruction

• Establish a communist regime

• Promote isolationism

Which organization was established as a defense alliance during the Cold War?

• United Nations

• Warsaw Pact

• OPEC

• Greenpeace

What event led to the start of the Berlin Airlift during the Cold War?

• Construction of the Berlin Wall

• Soviet blockade of western Berlin

• Cuban Missile Crisis

• Korean War outbreak

What was the purpose of the demilitarized zone (DMZ) during the Cold War?

• Promote military cooperation

• Prevent military activities

• Encourage trade agreements

• Establish diplomatic relations

The term "McCarthyism" is associated with:

• Civil rights movement

• Communism paranoia

• Space exploration

• Economic reforms

What was the main goal of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) during the Cold War?

• Promote communism

• Counter communist threats

• Establish diplomatic ties

• Humanitarian aid missions