Ronald Reagan and the Cold War

The video explores Ronald Reagan's presidency, focusing on his strategies during the Cold War. It highlights his confrontational approach towards the Soviet Union, the introduction of the Strategic Defense Initiative, and his negotiations with Mikhail Gorbachev. Despite initial tensions, Reagan's efforts contributed to the eventual end of the Cold War, leaving a significant legacy in global politics.

What was Ronald Reagan's primary goal when he assumed the presidency in 1980?

• To focus on domestic economic policies

• To end the Cold War through confrontation

• To reduce military spending

• To improve relations with the Soviet Union

What was Reagan's belief about how to get the Soviet Union to negotiate seriously?

• By forming alliances with other countries

• By reducing U.S. military presence

• By building up U.S. power and making them fear the U.S.

• By offering economic aid

What significant event in 1981 demonstrated Reagan's resolve to the Soviets?

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The Berlin Wall speech

• The air traffic controllers' strike

• The signing of the INF Treaty

What was the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) commonly referred to as?

• Apollo Program

• Operation Desert Storm

• Manhattan Project

• Star Wars program

How did the Soviets initially respond to the downing of a commercial Korean jetliner in 1983?

• They apologized publicly

• They blamed the U.S.

• They denied responsibility

• They admitted responsibility immediately

Who was the private citizen that played a role in back-channel communications between the U.S. and the Soviet Union?

• Suzanne Massie

• Nancy Reagan

• Margaret Thatcher

• Henry Kissinger

What was the main topic of discussion at the Reykjavik Summit between Reagan and Gorbachev?

• Trade agreements

• Economic policies

• Nuclear disarmament

• Space exploration

What was Reagan's response to Gorbachev's proposal to abolish all nuclear weapons?

• He agreed immediately

• He refused to give up SDI

• He suggested a delay

• He proposed a different treaty

What treaty did Reagan and Gorbachev sign in December 1987?

• The Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty

• The Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty

• The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty

• The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

What phrase did Reagan famously use to emphasize the need for verification in arms control agreements?

• Peace through strength

• Trust but verify

• Detente and dialogue

• Mutual assured destruction