Truman Doctrine

What was the main purpose of the Truman Doctrine as articulated by President Harry S. Truman?

• To provide political, military, and economic assistance to democratic nations threatened by authoritarian forces

• To establish a new trade agreement with the Soviet Union

• To promote isolationism in U.S. foreign policy

• To support the spread of communism worldwide

What immediate event prompted the announcement of the Truman Doctrine?

• The British government's inability to support Greece and Turkey

• The Soviet Union's invasion of Greece

• The signing of the NATO alliance

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

Which theory suggested that if Greece and Turkey fell to communism, it would likely spread to other countries like Iran and India?

• Domino theory

• Big Bang theory

• Theory of relativity

• Chaos theory

What previous U.S. foreign policy was effectively overturned by the Truman Doctrine?

• Monroe Doctrine

• Marshall Plan

• Open Door Policy

• Good Neighbor Policy

What was the broader commitment reflected by the Truman Doctrine?

• Supporting democracy and freedom worldwide

• Promoting trade with communist countries

• Establishing a global empire

• Reducing military spending