Cold War in Europe Test

How many tons of supplies were delivered each day by the conclusion of the Berlin Airlift?

• 2,000 tons

• 5,000 tons

• 6,500 tons

• 8,000 tons

What was West Berlin often considered by the Soviet Union?

• A military threat
• An "infection" in East Germany
• A trading partner
• A neutral zone

How many crossing points were there between East and West Berlin after the construction of the wall?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

What was the primary conflict over nuclear weapons in 1946?

• The Soviet Union aimed to abolish all nuclear weapons

• The U.S. intended to distribute nuclear technology

• The Soviet Union opposed global regulation of nuclear energy

• The U.S. sought to boost nuclear production

How many flights per day were conducted during the height of the Berlin Airlift?

• 250 flights
• 350 flights
• 450 flights
• 550 flights

What was known as the "Death Strip"?

• A commercial zone located between East and West Berlin

• A highly secured area behind the wall with various security measures

• A monument dedicated to World War II casualties

• A border crossing point between different sectors

What is the economic and political system where private individuals and companies own property and make decisions about production, sales, and purchases?

• Capitalism

• Communism

• Cold War

• Occupation Zones

• Berlin Blockade

In response to the Soviet blockade of West Berlin in 1948, the United States and Britain initiated a significant airlift operation to deliver food, fuel, and supplies to sustain over 2 million residents. Aircraft landed at frequent intervals, ensuring the city's survival for nearly a year.

• Berlin Airlift

• Capitalism

• Communism

• Cold War

• Occupation Zones

What was the main objective of the Truman Doctrine?

• To promote global peace

• To aid free nations resisting Communist control

• To reconstruct Europe's economy

• To achieve nuclear dominance

Which entity was founded in May 1949?

• The Berlin Wall

• The Federal Republic of Germany

• The Soviet Union's control

• The Death Strip