Worksheets#23 ~ CH. 13 ~ Cold War ~ SS.912.A.6.10
Total questions: 49
Worksheet time: 44mins
What is the principal message of this cartoon?
The United States is afraid of a united Vietnam.
Other nations in Southeast Asia might fall to communism.
President Lyndon B. Johnson is finding it difficult to exit Vietnam.
President Lyndon B. Johnson is worried about a communist attack on the United States.
". . . Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty."
Which conclusion is best supported by this quotation from the Inaugural Address of President John F. Kennedy in 1961?
The Cold War was over, and the Soviet Union was beginning to unravel.
President Kennedy was encouraging a very strong presence in foreign policy in the post-World War II period.
Compromise and appeasement were the best avenues to world peace.
President Kennedy understood the limitations of power, even for a strong nation like the United States
The United States experience in the Vietnam War supports the idea that the outcome of a war
is determined mainly by technological superiority
is dependent on using the greatest number of soldiers
is assured to countries dedicated to democratic ideals
can be strongly affected by public opinion
Which event led directly to the end of the Cold War?
reunification of Germany
formation of the European Union
breakup of the Soviet Union 1991
creation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
The primary purpose of President Richard Nixon’s policy of détente was to
expand United States military involvement in Southeast Asia
assure an adequate supply of oil from the Middle East
ease tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union
maintain a favorable balance of trade with China
During the Cold War Era, the easing of tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union resulted in
organization of the Warsaw Pact
the invasion of Hungary and Czechoslovakia
the Berlin Airlift
treaty banning nuclear tests
Which factor is most closely associated with McCarthyism?
buildup of Soviet missiles in Cuba
fear of communist influence in the United States
rise of the Communist Party in China
creation of the Warsaw Pact by the Soviet Union
What was a long-term consequence of the event shown in the photograph?
the easing of Cold War tensions
the easing of Vietnam War protests
a commitment to preserve historical landmarks
a commitment to continue humanitarian missions
The successful launching of Sputnik by the Soviet Union in 1957 signaled the beginning of
American fears that the Soviets had achieved technological superiority
the Cold War with the United States
Soviet aggression in Afghanistan and China
disarmament discussions between the superpowers
What was one similarity between the Red Scare following World War I and the Cold War following World War II?
Fear of communism led to the suppression of the civil liberties of some Americans.
Large numbers of Russian revolutionaries settled in the United States.
Congressional investigations proved that the Federal Government was heavily infiltrated by Communist spies.
Renewed fighting between wartime enemies was a constant threat.
The development of the Marshall Plan and the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) were part of President Harry Truman’s effort to
end the Korean War
limit the spread of communism
provide aid to Asian nations
promote an isolationist foreign policy
The primary purpose for the creation of the United Nations was to
maintain an international army
promote peace through international agreements
free Eastern European countries from communism
supply food to all member countries
How did the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the Warsaw Pact intensify the Cold War?
by establishing military alliances based on political philosophies
by creating economic unions based on political borders
by providing funds for nuclear laboratories
by identifying locations for military bases
“An attack on one shall be considered an attack on all.” This statement summarizes the foreign policy known a
colonialism
nonalignment
appeasement
collective security
Shortly after World War II, the Cold War developed mainly as a result of the
United States refusal to send economic aid to European nations
Soviet domination of Eastern Europe
competition between the superpowers to explore outer space
continuation of the pre-World War II balance of power
Which event of 1948–1949 is illustrated by this cartoon?
Berlin airlift
collapse of the Berlin Wall
reunification of Germany
allied invasion on Normandy
During the Cold War era, the United States and the Soviet Union were hesitant to become involved in direct military conflict mainly because of
the threat of China to both nations
pressure from nonaligned nations
the potential for global nuclear destruction
mutual dependence on Middle East petroleum
Which country was Nikita Khrushchev the leader of in the 1950's?
United States
France
Soviet Union
Germany
Khrushchev said, "We will bury you." To what countries was he directing this statement?
U.S. and Great Britain
Japan and China
North and South Korea
Germany and Poland
What symbolizes the end of the Cold War?
U.S. President Bush worked toward easing tensions
The Soviet Union broke up into 15 independent republics
People in Eastern Europe were gaining more freedom
The Berlin Wall was built
For the United States, what was the main success of the Korean War?
The United States installed a democracy in North Korea.
Korea became a united country with a democratic government.
Communism was contained without the use of nuclear weapons.
The United States formed an alliance with China against the USSR.
Which generalization about the Korean War is supported by the information on the maps?
The war began when South Korea attacked North Korea
General MacArthur launched an invasion from China early in the war
Neither side experienced a major military victory during the war
At the end of the war, Korea remained a divided nation
With which of the following opinions would the cartoonist most likely agree?
McCarthyism is dangerous for America.
Americans should fully support Joseph McCarthy.
Communism was a significant problem in America.
Congress should be commended for its fight against communists.
The Truman Doctrine, the Marshall Plan, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are all examples of which US foreign policy?
isolationism
colonialism
détente
containment
These headlines refer to which international conflict?
* "Security Council Approves Use of Force Against Communist Invaders"
* "President Truman Fires General MacArthur"
* "Armistice Divides Nation at 38th Parallel"
World War I
Korean War
World War II
Vietnam War
“All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin, and therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words "Ich bin ein Berliner!"
- John F. Kennedy, 1963
What was the intended message of this excerpt from JFK’s speech?
only free men live in Berlin
the United States was willing to eradicate all anti-immigration legislation
continued US support for Allied-held German
he wanted the USSR to relinquish all control of East Germany to the Allies
How was the Marshall Plan designed to discourage the spread of Communism in Europe?
by joining the European nations together into the European Union.
by restoring economic stability to the nations of Western Europe.
by providing military assistance to France, Great Britain, and Italy.
by establishing freely elected governments in Poland and Czechoslovakia.
NASA was created:
The National Defense Education Act passed ~ Increased federal money was provided to improve schools, especially in math and science ~ More money was appropriated by Congress for research and development.
Which event sparked these changes?
The Soviet Union launched it satellite, Sputnik.
Mao Zedong led a successful Communist revolution in China.
North Korea crossed the 38th parallel to invade South Korea.
Senator Joseph McCarthy announced the discovery of "Reds" in the State Department.
"My fellow citizens of the world: ask NOT what America will do for you, BUT what together we can do for the freedom of man..."
-John F. Kennedy, Inaugural Address, 1961
Which program was started by President Kennedy to further the ideals expressed in this part of his Inaugural Address?
Peace Corps
the space program
South East Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO)
opening of relations with the People's Republic of China (PRC)
How did the U.S. respond to the blockade on Western Berlin? This was when we could not get any supplies to this area.
Berlin Airlift
Iron Curtain
Air attack
Berlin Wall
