NATO and Warsaw Pact were examples of

military alliances made for "collective security".

In 1949, what was the outcome of the civil war in China?

The communists lead by Mao Zedong defeated the Nationalists.

The Space Race was important to the Cold War because

it allowed countries could put a nuclear weapon into orbit.

In an attempt to control West Berlin, the Soviet Union

set up a total blockade of that section of the city.

What happened on September 2, 1949 to change US-Soviet relations?

The Soviets set off an atomic bomb.

became a symbol of youth culture.

In the 1950's, the federal government encouraged Native Americans to

assimilate into American society.

The Rosenbergs were charged, tried, and executed for

passing secrets about nuclear science to the Soviets.

Many people migrated to the Sunbelt to

work in defense, aerospace, electronics, and petrochemicals.

developed a vaccine against polio.

In the Korean War, United Nations forces

fought together with US troops against North Korea.

Congress increased federal funding for education largely because of

the Soviet Union's space program.

The CIA participated in to Cold War by

carrying out secret operations in other countries.

What led to Senator McCarthy's downfall?

the broadcast of the McCarthy hearings on television

Why was the conflict between the US and Soviet Union called a "Cold War"?

The two didn't engage in direct military conflict.

After the war, the United States economy

shifted to producing consumer goods.

In 1950, what event began conflict on the Korean Peninsula?

The North Korean army invaded south of the 38th parallel.

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1
NATO and Warsaw Pact were examples of
military aggression during the Cold War.
efforts to fight communism without bloodshed.
military alliances made for "collective security".
failed attempts to make peace.
2
The House Un-American Activities Committee was made to investigate possible activities by
Facists
Communists
Nazis and Communists
Nazis
3
Which industry grew most rapidly during the 1950's?
service
mining
manufacturing
farming
4
In 1949, what was the outcome of the civil war in China?
The communists lead by Mao Zedong defeated the Nationalists.
The conflict moved to Taiwan where Jiiang Jieshi won.
Backed by the US, the Nationalists defeated the Communists.
A truce was declared, and neither side was victorious.
5
The Space Race was important to the Cold War because
it allowed countries could put a nuclear weapon into orbit.
it put satellites in space.
it put humans in space.
it put a man on the moon.
6
In an attempt to control West Berlin, the Soviet Union
operated an airlift to bring in needed supplies.
set up a total blockade of that section of the city.
threatened that section of the city with troops and tanks.
demanded control of that section of the city.
7
The US policy to assist countries struggling against communism was known as
Marshall Plan
Truman Doctrine
Anaconda Plan
Monroe Doctrine
8
What happened on September 2, 1949 to change US-Soviet relations?
The military alliance known as SEATO was formed.
North Korea invaded South Korea.
The Soviets launched a satellite into space.
The Soviets set off an atomic bomb.
9
Truman's plan to strengthen reforms and start new social welfare programs
Fair Deal
GI Bill of Rights
Taft-Hartley Act
Marshall Plan
10
Rock and roll music
developed as a southern alternative to rhythm and blues.
grew out of a subversive communist movement.
became a symbol of youth culture.
was favored by adults.
11
In the 1950's, the federal government encouraged Native Americans to
assimilate into American society.
elect new governments.
stay on their reservations.
spread their native traditions.
12
The Rosenbergs were charged, tried, and executed for
associating with the Hollywood Ten.
passing secrets about nuclear science to the Soviets.
lying to the HUAC.
asserting their 5th Amendment rights.
13
What was one place where the Cold War was "hot"?
Korea
Hungary
China
Egypt
14
Many people migrated to the Sunbelt to
work in defense, aerospace, electronics, and petrochemicals.
escape overcrowding and pollution in northern cities.
buy inexpensive land and start family farms.
take advantage of government incentive programs.
15
The law that limited the power of labor unions was
GI Bill of Rights
Marshall Plan
Taft-Hartley Act
Fair Deal
16
Which of the following contributed to rural poverty?
corporate farming
interstate highway construction
immigration
urban renewal projects
17
The law the granted benefits to war veterans was
Marshall Plan
GI Bill of Rights
Taft-Hartley Act
Fair Deal
18
Dr. Jonas Salk
emphasized the importance of nurturing children.
encouraged women to work outside the home.
developed a vaccine against polio.
attracted millions to religious revivals around the nation.
19
In the Korean War, United Nations forces
remained neutral peacekeepers.
opposed the US and South Korea.
made a strike against North Korea to curb communism.
fought together with US troops against North Korea.
20
Congress increased federal funding for education largely because of
massive population shifts.
the growth of information industries.
rising immigration.
the Soviet Union's space program.
21
The CIA participated in to Cold War by
helping the president determine foreign policy.
coordinating American space-related efforts.
carrying out secret operations in other countries.
helping design efficient weapons systems.
22
The National Defense Education Act allocated federal funds to train
soldiers.
businessmen.
scientists.
politicians.
23
Who first spoke of an "Iron Curtain'?
Winston Churchill
Mao Zedong
Harry Truman
Joseph Stalin
24
What led to Senator McCarthy's downfall?
the broadcast of the McCarthy hearings on television
irregularities in his senate campaign
an inappropriate outburst on the senate floor
the revelation that he was a communist
25
Why was the conflict between the US and Soviet Union called a "Cold War"?
The two didn't engage in direct military conflict.
The Cold War wasn't significant or important.
Both countries had cold climates.
The conflicts were fought in the cold.
26
The idea of enforcing peace by always being ready for war is known as
arms race
mutually assured destruction
massive retaliation
brinkmanship
27
The US policy to provide economic assistance to Western European countries was known as
Monroe Doctrine
Marshall Plan
Truman Doctrine
Anaconda Plan
28
After the war, the United States economy
fluctuated as it withdrew from world markets.
shifted to producing consumer goods.
stagnated as wartime production fell.
entered a severe depression.
29
Between 1940 and 1960, more than 40 million Americans
helped rebuild older cities.
returned to rural regions.
migrated to the suburbs.
moved into housing developments.
30
In 1950, what event began conflict on the Korean Peninsula?
The South Korean army invaded north of the 38th parallel.
The Chinese army invaded south of the 38th parallel.
The United Nation fought off invading army from the north.
The North Korean army invaded south of the 38th parallel.
31
The idea of using nuclear weapons to deter another nation from using them is known as
mutually assured destruction.
total war.
limited war.
nuclear war.
32
General MacArthur launched a counterattack against North Korea at what city?
Pyongyang
Pusan
Seoul
Inchon
33
A period of time when many people married and started families
Civil Rights Movement
American Dream
Baby Boom
Fair Deal
34
Which of the following made the scale of suburban growth possible?
multinational corporations
high-interest loans
travel and tourism
interstate highways
35
Which countries remained under Soviet control after WWII?
South East Asia
Western Europe
Latin America
Eastern Europe

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