Life in Communist Countries During the Cold War

Who were Julius and Ethel Rosenberg?

• Political leaders

• Members of the Communist Party

• Famous scientists

• Renowned artists

What was the main belief behind the Domino Theory?

• Communism would spread to neighboring countries

• Democracy would spread to neighboring countries

• Economic prosperity would spread to neighboring countries

• Cultural exchange would spread to neighboring countries

What was the focus of McCarthy's accusations?

• Economic policies

• Communist affiliations

• Military strategies

• Foreign alliances

What was the time period after World War II to the 1990s known as?

• The Post-War Era

• The Cold War

• The Vietnam War

• The Korean War

What nickname was given to the division in Europe?

• Berlin Wall

• Iron Curtain

• No-Fly Zone

• Berlin Blockade

What country controlled East Germany?

• United States

• France

• Soviet Union

• Great Britain

What alliance was made up of the communist nations in East Europe?

• NATO

• SETAC

• Warsaw Pact

• Axis

What was the primary economic system in communist countries during the Cold War?

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Feudalism

• Mercantilism

Which of the following was a common feature of daily life in communist countries during the Cold War?

• Free market economy

• State-controlled media

• Multi-party elections

• Private land ownership

What was the role of the secret police in communist countries during the Cold War?

• To promote tourism

• To enforce state policies and suppress dissent

• To manage public transportation

• To oversee agricultural production