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Soviet-Afghan War and Its Impact

Soviet-Afghan War and Its Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video discusses the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, highlighting the reasons behind it, including the spread of communism. It explains Pakistan's involvement due to fears of Soviet expansion and the international support for Afghan Mujahideen, including financial and military aid from the USA and Saudi Arabia. The video also covers the impact of the war on Pakistan, including refugee influx and security challenges.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main reasons for the Soviet Union to invade Afghanistan?

To promote capitalism

To establish a communist party rule

To form an alliance with the USA

To gain access to oil reserves

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ideology did the Soviet Union aim to spread during the Cold War?

Capitalism

Democracy

Monarchy

Communism

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Pakistan decide to engage in the Soviet-Afghan War?

To gain territorial expansion

To prevent a Soviet attack on Pakistan

To promote communism

To support the USA

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who overthrew the Afghan government in April 1978?

General Zia-ul-Haq

Noor Mohammad Taraki

Mohammad Najibullah

Muhammad Khan

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries supported the Afghan Mujahideen during the Soviet invasion?

Germany and Japan

UK and France

China and India

USA and Saudi Arabia

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Operation Cyclone?

A UN peacekeeping mission

A CIA program to support the Mujahideen

A Soviet military operation

A Pakistani military exercise

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant consequence of the Soviet invasion for Afghanistan's population?

Technological advancement

Economic prosperity

Increased tourism

Refugee crisis

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