When Churchill coined the expression iron curtain, it signalled

the beginning of the Cold War era.

Which of the following by Soviet leader Khrushchev would be most acceptable for liberalism?

denouncing the dictatorial policies that existed with Stalin

Many nations joined in alliances and agreements with the two superpowers to

gain national security and receive financial aid.

The end of the Cold War is usually considered to be

Destruction of Berlin Wall and breakup of Soviet Union

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SS30 Cold War Review

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1
When Churchill coined the expression iron curtain, it signalled
the continuation of Soviet expansion into Eastern Europe.
the start of USA economic and military dominance worldwide.
the beginning of the Cold War era.
the creation of NATO in Western Europe.
2
The Truman Doctrine is associated with ______________
Detente
Deterrence
Brinkmanship
Containment
3
What city was in the centre of the first Cold War showdown?
London
New York
Berlin
Moscow
4
Which Cold War battle does this diagram represent?
Korean War
Vietnam War
Gulf War
Yalta War
5
Which of the following by Soviet leader Khrushchev would be most acceptable for liberalism?
denouncing the dictatorial policies that existed with Stalin
invading Hungary in 1956 to re-establish communist control
criticizing capitalism for producing non-essential goods
establishing large state farms in the Soviet Union
6
The realities of mutual assured destruction (MAD) is a good example of ______________
Distraction
Deterrance
Detente
Brinkmanship
7
What kind of plane discovered the Soviet missiles in Cuba?
Jefferson Starship
MEE3 jet
U2 Spyplane
X-Wing Fighter
8
The Korean War and Vietnam war are examples of ___________
Communist military power
American Vicotries
Nuclear War
Proxy wars
9
After the Cuban Missile Crisis, The Super Powers entered a period of _____________
Liberation Movements
Detente
Brinkmanship
Deterrence
10
Many nations joined in alliances and agreements with the two superpowers to
ensure the balance of power between super powers
create a new world order to preserve peace.
gain national security and receive financial aid.
align themselves with the superpowers to gain prestige.
11
The Cuban Missile Crisis is a good example of__________
Brinkmanship
Detente
The Cold War
Deterrence
12
The end of the Cold War is usually considered to be
election of Mikhail Gorbachev as President of the USSR
theelection of Barack Obama as President of the USA.
Destruction of Berlin Wall and breakup of Soviet Union
emergence of the European Union as a powerful force

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