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Who was the rising star in the Republican Party during the 2008 Presidential Election?
Who was the rising star in the Republican Party during the 2008 Presidential Election?
- Sarah Palin (correct)
- Paul Ryan
- Chris Christie
- Marco Rubio
What was the biggest crisis that President Obama faced when he was sworn into office in 2009?
What was the biggest crisis that President Obama faced when he was sworn into office in 2009?
- The economy (correct)
- Healthcare reform
- Foreign relations
- Education
Which of the following was a factor contributing to the political divide during President Obama's administration?
Which of the following was a factor contributing to the political divide during President Obama's administration?
- Trade policies
- Foreign military intervention
- Race relations (correct)
- Economic stability
What was the outcome of the grand deal between Republican leader John Boehner and President Obama after the 2014 elections?
What was the outcome of the grand deal between Republican leader John Boehner and President Obama after the 2014 elections?
Which news reporter criticized Barack Obama for excessive government involvement in society?
Which news reporter criticized Barack Obama for excessive government involvement in society?
Which country controlled Berlin during the Berlin Airlift?
Which country controlled Berlin during the Berlin Airlift?
What was the primary type of cargo airlifted during the Berlin Airlift?
What was the primary type of cargo airlifted during the Berlin Airlift?
What was the main border established between North Korea and South Korea?
What was the main border established between North Korea and South Korea?
Who was the main general for the United Nations at the start of the Korean War?
Who was the main general for the United Nations at the start of the Korean War?
Which country entered the Korean War supporting North Korea?
Which country entered the Korean War supporting North Korea?
Who was the US President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Who was the US President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
What led Fidel Castro to seek military assistance from the Soviet Union?
What led Fidel Castro to seek military assistance from the Soviet Union?
What action did JFK initially take upon discovering missiles in Cuba?
What action did JFK initially take upon discovering missiles in Cuba?
What was the capital city of South Vietnam before the Vietnam War ended?
What was the capital city of South Vietnam before the Vietnam War ended?
Who was the leader of the communist government in North Vietnam?
Who was the leader of the communist government in North Vietnam?
What event in 1964 significantly escalated US involvement in Vietnam?
What event in 1964 significantly escalated US involvement in Vietnam?
What was the 17th Parallel?
What was the 17th Parallel?
Which United States President decided to withdraw troops from Vietnam?
Which United States President decided to withdraw troops from Vietnam?
Flashcards
Berlin Airlift
Berlin Airlift
A political and military event in which the United States and its allies airlifted supplies to West Berlin, which was blockaded by the Soviet Union.
38th Parallel
38th Parallel
The 38th Parallel was the dividing line between North Korea and South Korea before and after the war.
The Forgotten War
The Forgotten War
The Korean War is known as the forgotten war because it was less widely publicized and discussed compared to other global conflicts like World War II or the Vietnam War.
The Korean War
The Korean War
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UN Involvement in Korean War
UN Involvement in Korean War
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Who was the rising Republican star of 2008?
Who was the rising Republican star of 2008?
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What was the biggest crisis during Obama's presidency?
What was the biggest crisis during Obama's presidency?
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What were prominent issues contributing to the political divide during Obama's administration?
What were prominent issues contributing to the political divide during Obama's administration?
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Describe the "grand deal" of 2014.
Describe the "grand deal" of 2014.
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Who was a prominent voice criticizing Obama for government involvement?
Who was a prominent voice criticizing Obama for government involvement?
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Who was the US President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Who was the US President during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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What event prior to the Cuban Missile Crisis caused Fidel Castro to look to the Soviet Union for military help?
What event prior to the Cuban Missile Crisis caused Fidel Castro to look to the Soviet Union for military help?
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Describe the Domino Theory.
Describe the Domino Theory.
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Who was the leader of the communist government in North Vietnam?
Who was the leader of the communist government in North Vietnam?
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What 1964 event led to a rapid expansion of US involvement in Vietnam?
What 1964 event led to a rapid expansion of US involvement in Vietnam?
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When the French pulled out of Southern Vietnam, what country entered to try and help stop communism from spreading?
When the French pulled out of Southern Vietnam, what country entered to try and help stop communism from spreading?
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What major Vietnamese city was renamed to Ho Chi Minh City in honor of the leader after the war?
What major Vietnamese city was renamed to Ho Chi Minh City in honor of the leader after the war?
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Study Notes
Berlin Airlift
- The Soviet Union controlled the city of Berlin during the Berlin Airlift.
- President Truman was the US President during the Berlin Airlift.
- The city of Berlin was divided into 4 zones.
- Air forces from the US and England led the effort and flew the planes in the Berlin Airlift.
- Around 65% of the cargo airlifted was coal.
- By instigating a blockade of Allied occupation zones in Berlin, what did Soviet leader Joseph Stalin hoped to bring about: an allied withdrawal.
- What was the international organization that was created by Western nations and the United States after the Berlin Airlift to stop the spread of Soviet communism: NATO.
Korean War
- North Korea is ruled by a communist government.
- Japan had control of the Korean peninsula before World War II.
- North Korea started the Korean War.
- The Korean War began in 1950.
- The Korean War is known as the Forgotten War.
- The 38th parallel was used as the border between North Korea and South Korea.
- China entered the war.
- The main reason the United Nations sent troops to Korea in 1950 was to prevent North Korea from conquering South Korea.
- Douglas MacArthur was the main general for the United Nations and United States at the start of the Korean War.
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Test your knowledge on two significant events of the Cold War era: the Berlin Airlift and the Korean War. This quiz covers key facts about the division of Berlin, the motivations behind the airlift, and the onset of the Korean War. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand these historical milestones!
