Containment in Korea Understanding Check

What year did North Korea invade South Korea?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1960

• 1975

Which country supported South Korea to contain communism during the Korean War?

• China

• Japan

• United States

• Soviet Union

Which city is the capital of South Korea?

• Pyongyang

• Seoul

• Busan

• Incheon

Which side did the United States support during the Korean War?

• North Korea

• South Korea

• Both sides

• Neither side

Which country was primarily responsible for supporting North Korea during the war?

• United States

• China

• Japan

• United Kingdom

What controversial military action did Douglas MacArthur propose during the Korean War?

• Use atomic bombs on North Korea & China

• Invade Japan

• Withdraw all troops

• Form an alliance with North Korea

Why was Douglas MacArthur relieved from duty?

• He retired voluntarily

• He disobeyed Truman’s orders

• He was injured in battle

• He requested a transfer

What significant event does the map with the date 06/1950 represent?

• The start of the Korean War

• The end of World War II

• The signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement

• The division of Germany

What is the current status of Korea as mentioned in the image?

• Korea remains divided today

• Korea is unified under one government

• North Korea has annexed South Korea

• South Korea has annexed North Korea