Life in Communist Countries During the Cold War

In 1946, Winston Churchill used the term “Iron Curtain” when describing conditions in Europe. What did he mean by this term?

• European nations needed to build more factories.

• The militaries of Western Europe were becoming too powerful.

• There was a division between communist Eastern Europe and Western Europe.

• Peace had finally spread throughout the countries of Europe.

Which of the following was a major objective of China's Cultural Revolution in the 1960s?

• introducing democratic reforms

• restoring ancient religious traditions

• reinforcing communist ideology

• expanding contact with Western nations

“There is one sign the Soviets can make that would be unmistakable, that would advance dramatically the cause of freedom and peace. General Secretary Gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, if you seek liberation, come here to this gate. Mr. Gorbachev, open this gate. Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” - President Ronald Reagan (June 12, 1987) From the quote above, which symbol of the Cold War was President Reagan speaking about?

• the "Iron Curtain"

• The Great Wall of China

• the Berlin Wall

• The DMZ

Who were the two key players during the Cold War?

• Western Europe and Eastern Europe

• Germany and Japan

• Soviet Union and United States

• East Germany and West Germany

In China there was a time when Mao wanted to eliminate anyone that criticized his government. What is this time called?

• Long March

• The Middle Way

• The Great Leap Forward

• The Cultural Revolution

In China there was a time when Mao wanted to eliminate anyone that criticized his government. What is this time called?

• Long March

• The Middle Way

• The Great Leap Forward

• The Cultural Revolution

Which country helped Fidel Castro build Cuba into a communist country?

• Mexico

• Soviet Union

• United States

• Venezuela

The struggle for global power between the United States and the Soviet Union

• World War II

• Korean War

• Cold War

• Nuclear Power War

The _______ launched Sputnik, the world's first artificial satellite.

• United Nations

• China

• United States

• Soviet Union

What increased as the Cold War intensified?

• Fears about Communism

• Economic prosperity

• Cultural exchanges

• Environmental awareness