Exam III: Vietnam

Question 1

Thesis

Answer 1

The US became involved in Vietnam to stop the spread of communism in Asia they believed was inevitable if Vietnam became a communist nation. The repercussions meant political, social, and economic consequences for both countries.

Question 2

Brief outline

Answer 2

1. French & Japanese
2. Ho Chi Minh (communist) forms League for the Independence of Vietnam
3. Japan our, Ho Chi Minh takes over
4. France wants control, supports Emperor Bak Dai (not communist)
5. The Viet Cong

Question 3

Argument 2. American involvement (4)

Answer 3

1. Domino theory
2. Gulf of Tonkin, 1964
3. “Honourable Peace”
4. protests

Question 4

Argument 3. Repercussions (3)

Answer 4

• troops
• Vietnam
• USA