Collapse of the USSR and Cold War

After WWII, the world shifted from direct military conflict to the Cold War, characterized by an arms race and ideological battle between Marxism and capitalism. The Cold War was costly, with the US spending trillions and the USSR struggling economically. The USSR's centralized planning failed, leading to its collapse in 1991. The US maintained a strong economy, proving that military power alone is insufficient.

What type of conflict was the Cold War primarily characterized by?

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Economic sanctions

• Extensive arms race and proxy wars

• Direct military confrontations

Which two ideologies were in conflict during the Cold War?

• Communism and Feudalism

• Socialism and Monarchy

• Marxism and Capitalism

• Democracy and Fascism

Approximately how much did US military purchases amount to during the Cold War?

• 10 trillion dollars

• 15 trillion dollars

• 20 trillion dollars

• 17 trillion dollars

What was one of the main reasons for the collapse of the USSR?

• Lack of natural resources

• Military defeat

• Political reforms

• Over-centralized planning

What happened to the USSR's agricultural sector under collective farming?

• It became a significant food importer

• It saw a slight decline

• It remained stable

• It became a leading food exporter

Which countries surpassed the USSR in industrial production and innovation by 1969?

• Japan and Germany

• Canada and Australia

• France and Italy

• China and India

What percentage of the world's economy did the USSR represent at its peak in 1969?

• 20.31%

• 14.31%

• 10.31%

• 18.31%

What was the lowest percentage of the world's economy that the US represented during the Cold War?

• 20%

• 18%

• 25%

• 15%

What did the end of the Cold War ultimately prove about military power?

• It is sufficient for economic stability

• It is the only factor in global dominance

• It is not enough on its own

• It guarantees political success