Bellwork 4/15

After World War II, which country became enemies with the Soviet Union and communist countries?

• United States

• East Germany

• Poland

• Republic of China

What were the ideological differences between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II?

• Capitalism vs. Communism

• Democracy vs. Monarchy

• Socialism vs. Fascism

• Liberalism vs. Conservatism

Which country developed their own atomic bomb by 1949?

• Germany

• Japan

• Soviet Union

• China

What event would likely trigger a devastating retaliatory strike between superpowers?

• Economic sanctions

• Large-scale nuclear attack

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Trade embargo

Why was the Cold War referred to as "cold"?

• It was fought in cold climates.

• It involved cold-hearted leaders.

• It stopped short of direct military conflict.

• It was a war over cold resources.

What was avoided due to the threat of nuclear annihilation during the Cold War?

• Economic sanctions.

• Direct military conflict.

• Diplomatic relations.

• Cultural exchanges.

According to Winston Churchill, what was behind the 'Iron Curtain'?

• The capitals of Western Europe

• The capitals of Central and Eastern Europe

• The capitals of Northern Europe

• The capitals of Southern Europe

What was the impact of the Marshall Plan on Europe?

• It led to economic decline

• It helped capitalist countries in Europe rebuild and prosper

• It caused political instability

• It increased military conflicts

What was the Truman Doctrine? Choose the best answer.

• The Truman Doctrine was a strategy to expand U.S. territories.
• The Truman Doctrine was a plan to promote global trade.
• The Truman Doctrine was a military alliance against the Soviet Union.
• The Truman Doctrine was a U.S. policy to contain communism by providing support to countries resisting it.