Cold War quizs

Personal freedoms are protected. Which economic system does this describe?

• Communism

• Socialism

• Capitalism

• Feudalism

Personal freedoms are limited. Which economic system does this describe?

• Capitalism

• Communism

• Socialism

• Feudalism

Look at the image. Then answer the questions.

Why is this (American men walking on the moon) an important event in United States history?

• It was when the USA got its first flag.

• It was when the USA won the space race.

• It was when the USA first wore space suits.

• It was when the USA moved to the moon.

Which statement correctly completes the graphic organizer?

• There was no end to World War II in sight.

• European cities were in ruins after World War II.

• The United States wanted to help rebuild China.

• Refugees from the Korean War needed shelter and food.

Look at the image. Then answer the questions.

What does this stamp commemorate (honor)?

• The stamp honors the American flag.

• The stamp honors the creation of space suits.

• The stamp honors American men walking on the moon.

• The stamp honors the USA.

Look at the map. Then answer the question.

Why was the installation of nuclear weapons in Cuba a particular threat to the United States?

• Cuba is located just south of the United States.

• Cuba sent spy planes to the United States.

• There were United States bases close to Cuba.

• It was an open target for Soviet ships arriving from Russia.

Why was the UN Charter document important in the late 1940s?

• It created a military alliance between nations in the West.

• It outlined the differences between communism and capitalism.

• It denounced the Iron Curtain that was created by the Soviet Union.

• It united Western nations before a Cold War began between the United States and the Soviet Union.

Look at the map. Then answer the question.

Describe the events that led to what is shown on the map.

• World War II in Europe caused many countries to fight together.

• Russia joined with smaller countries to make the Soviet Union stronger.

• Raising cattle caused the Soviet Union to make money.

• Due to reforms, the Soviet Union collapsed and became many countries.

Describe how tensions between the United States and China began to ease

under President Nixon.

• President Nixon visited to China, creating friendly ties with the country.

• Diplomatic relations were severed during Nixon's presidency.
• Nixon's policies led to a trade embargo with China.
• Tensions increased due to Nixon's refusal to engage with China.

The government owns all the land and most industries. Which economic system does this describe?

• Capitalism

• Communism

• Socialism

• Feudalism