Cold War Causes and Consequences

The video explores the Cold War from 1945 to 1991, highlighting the ideological conflict between the USA and USSR. It discusses the emergence of two major camps: the communist bloc led by the USSR and the democratic capitalist bloc led by the USA. The Cold War was characterized by propaganda and indirect conflicts, influencing global politics and leading to significant regional wars. The impact on third world countries, which suffered greatly, is also examined.

What was the primary cause of the Cold War between the USA and USSR?

• Territorial disputes

• Mutual distrust

• Economic competition

• Cultural differences

Which ideology was promoted by the USA during the Cold War?

• Democratic Capitalism

• Socialism

• Monarchy

• Communism

Which countries were under the influence of the USSR during the Cold War?

• Africa, including Nigeria and Kenya

• South America, including Brazil and Argentina

• Eastern Europe, including Poland and Hungary

• Western Europe, including Britain and France

What characterized the Cold War as a 'strange war'?

• Direct military confrontations

• Lack of direct conflict between the main contenders

• Economic sanctions

• Cultural exchanges

Which regional wars were supported by the USA and USSR during the Cold War?

• Falklands War and Bosnian War

• World War I and World War II

• Korean War, Vietnam War, and Afghan War

• Gulf War and Iraq War

How did the Cold War influence global events between 1945 and 1991?

• It resulted in worldwide economic prosperity

• It caused the collapse of the United Nations

• It shaped almost every major global event

• It led to the unification of Europe

What was one of the significant human costs of the Cold War?

• 20 million human lives lost

• Massive economic growth

• Increased cultural exchanges

• Global peace and stability

Which newly emerged countries were significantly affected by the Cold War?

• India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

• Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru

• Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan

• Vietnam, Korea, Angola, and Afghanistan

What was a major consequence of the Cold War on ethnically similar people?

• Increased unity and cooperation

• A wasteful war between them

• Cultural renaissance

• Formation of a single nation

Which territories were involved in the wasteful war caused by the Cold War division?

• Geographically distant territories

• Geographically adjacent territories

• Isolated island nations

• Desert regions