5/31 quiz

Question 1

Cold war

Answer 1

The name given to relations between the United States and Soviet Union after World War II, characterized by tensions and suspicion.

Question 2

containment

Answer 2

US policy to stop the spread of communism

Question 3

North Korea

Answer 3

Independent country founded after WWII, separated from South Korea at the 38th parallel (line of north latitude).

Question 4

Vietnam war

Answer 4

The longest war in which the United States was involved, fought in Southeast Asia with advisors during the late 1950s, through a massive buildup of troops during the 1960s, until involvement ended in 1973.

Question 5

Vietnamization

Answer 5

President Richard Nixon’s strategy to replace United States soldiers with South Vietnamese to fight against the communist forces. Goal was to get the US out of the war.

Question 6

War Powers Act

Answer 6

law requires the president to gain congressional approval for military action if troops remain in an area longer than sixty days.