Soldiers exit a helicopter on the ground and run through the jungle in Vietnam.

President Nixon announced a shift in the Vietnam War strategy, known as Vietnamization, where American troops were gradually withdrawn, and South Vietnam took on more combat responsibilities. Despite the troop withdrawal, American airstrikes were intensified, reaching unprecedented levels during the war.

What does the change in the conduct of the Vietnam War imply?

• An increase in troop numbers

• A shift in military strategy

• A decrease in military spending

• A focus on naval warfare

What was the main idea behind President Nixon's Vietnamization strategy?

• To increase American troop presence

• To transfer combat responsibilities to South Vietnam

• To end all military operations

• To focus on diplomatic solutions

What was the role of South Vietnam in the Vietnamization process?

• To provide air support

• To assume the burden of ground combat

• To negotiate peace treaties

• To increase naval operations

What happened to American airstrikes as troops were withdrawn?

• They remained the same

• They were focused on naval targets

• They were reduced significantly

• They were intensified to record levels

What was the impact of intensified airstrikes during the Vietnam War?

• They led to a quick end to the war

• They were primarily defensive

• They reached record levels for the conflict

• They were ineffective