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What was the outcome of the Saur Revolution in 1978?
What was the outcome of the Saur Revolution in 1978?
Which of the following best describes the nature of the conflict during the Cold War in Afghanistan?
Which of the following best describes the nature of the conflict during the Cold War in Afghanistan?
What were the key economic policies promoted by Ronald Reagan during his presidency?
What were the key economic policies promoted by Ronald Reagan during his presidency?
What was a significant consequence of the USSR's involvement in Afghanistan during the Cold War?
What was a significant consequence of the USSR's involvement in Afghanistan during the Cold War?
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Which of the following events marked the end of the monarchy in Afghanistan?
Which of the following events marked the end of the monarchy in Afghanistan?
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What was a significant internal factor that contributed to the Carnation Revolution in Portugal?
What was a significant internal factor that contributed to the Carnation Revolution in Portugal?
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Which external factor influenced the political changes in Greece in the late 20th century?
Which external factor influenced the political changes in Greece in the late 20th century?
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What was the outcome of Franco's military dictatorship in Spain after his death in 1975?
What was the outcome of Franco's military dictatorship in Spain after his death in 1975?
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What was an ideological stance of Franco's regime in Spain?
What was an ideological stance of Franco's regime in Spain?
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Which event marked Greece's significant shift in political landscape in 1981?
Which event marked Greece's significant shift in political landscape in 1981?
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What was the primary reason for British and US intervention in the Greek Civil War?
What was the primary reason for British and US intervention in the Greek Civil War?
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Which strategy did the US implement in response to the Berlin Blockade?
Which strategy did the US implement in response to the Berlin Blockade?
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What event significantly solidified Turkey's alignment with the West during the Cold War?
What event significantly solidified Turkey's alignment with the West during the Cold War?
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What was the primary concern for Britain and the US regarding Iran during the Cold War?
What was the primary concern for Britain and the US regarding Iran during the Cold War?
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What action did Stalin take to initiate the Berlin Blockade?
What action did Stalin take to initiate the Berlin Blockade?
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What was the result of the US and British intervention in Greece by 1949?
What was the result of the US and British intervention in Greece by 1949?
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What was a key result of the Potsdam Conference in July-August 1945?
What was a key result of the Potsdam Conference in July-August 1945?
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What did the 1953 coup in Iran primarily aim to accomplish?
What did the 1953 coup in Iran primarily aim to accomplish?
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Which of the following was a long-term impact of the Berlin Blockade?
Which of the following was a long-term impact of the Berlin Blockade?
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What policy did the Truman Doctrine primarily aim to implement?
What policy did the Truman Doctrine primarily aim to implement?
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Which economic initiative aimed to provide $17 billion to rebuild Europe post-World War II?
Which economic initiative aimed to provide $17 billion to rebuild Europe post-World War II?
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What was a consequence of Stalin denying consolidation in Europe?
What was a consequence of Stalin denying consolidation in Europe?
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What was the significance of the term 'Iron Curtain' as used by Churchill?
What was the significance of the term 'Iron Curtain' as used by Churchill?
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What were puppet governments in Eastern Europe meant to achieve?
What were puppet governments in Eastern Europe meant to achieve?
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Which was NOT a consequence of the US revealing its atomic bomb testing?
Which was NOT a consequence of the US revealing its atomic bomb testing?
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What led to the first proxy wars after World War II?
What led to the first proxy wars after World War II?
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What was the primary purpose of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) established in 1962?
What was the primary purpose of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) established in 1962?
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Which treaty established the European atomic energy community?
Which treaty established the European atomic energy community?
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What significant event did Charles de Gaulle's veto regarding the UK's application signal?
What significant event did Charles de Gaulle's veto regarding the UK's application signal?
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What was the outcome of the Luxembourg Compromise established in January 1966?
What was the outcome of the Luxembourg Compromise established in January 1966?
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During what economic crisis did the EEC's dependency on oil become particularly evident?
During what economic crisis did the EEC's dependency on oil become particularly evident?
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What concept illustrates the increasing integration and cooperation among existing member states of the EU?
What concept illustrates the increasing integration and cooperation among existing member states of the EU?
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Which agreement allows for passport-free travel in certain European countries?
Which agreement allows for passport-free travel in certain European countries?
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What was a key feature of the Single European Act of 1986?
What was a key feature of the Single European Act of 1986?
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What does intergovernmentalism imply in the context of EU policy-making?
What does intergovernmentalism imply in the context of EU policy-making?
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What challenge do EU farmers face when competing with farmers from third world countries?
What challenge do EU farmers face when competing with farmers from third world countries?
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What was the primary goal of the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
What was the primary goal of the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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Which action did the US take to prevent the Cuban Missile Crisis from escalating?
Which action did the US take to prevent the Cuban Missile Crisis from escalating?
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What event is described by JFK’s supported military operation against Castro in April 1961?
What event is described by JFK’s supported military operation against Castro in April 1961?
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What was the outcome of the Cuban Revolution in 1959?
What was the outcome of the Cuban Revolution in 1959?
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Who was the lieutenant that joined Fidel Castro during the Cuban Revolution?
Who was the lieutenant that joined Fidel Castro during the Cuban Revolution?
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What was a consequence of the Cuban Missile Crisis for US-USSR relations?
What was a consequence of the Cuban Missile Crisis for US-USSR relations?
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Which ideology did Castro's government symbolize in Latin America after 1961?
Which ideology did Castro's government symbolize in Latin America after 1961?
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The division of Vietnam at the 17th parallel was primarily between which two entities?
The division of Vietnam at the 17th parallel was primarily between which two entities?
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Which leader was deposed as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Which leader was deposed as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
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What type of movement was the '26th of July movement' led by Fidel Castro?
What type of movement was the '26th of July movement' led by Fidel Castro?
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Study Notes
Prébac Structure for History (January 22, 2025)
- Part 1 (EU): Analyze source A, compare and contrast sources B and C, and synthesize the information.
- Part 2: First exercise: provide two definitions of the Cold War (2-3 lines), comprehensively. Second exercise, explain a specific aspect of the Cold War without losing focus. Short essays (about 2) are planned for the second part of part 2 on different questions related to the Cold War.
- Cold War (1947-1991): Period of geopolitical tension centered on ideological conflict between the US (capitalism) and the USSR (communism).
Cold War Ideologies
- Ideology: System of ideals formed through political and economic theories. Narratives motivating movements and actions are always present in politics.
- Capitalism: Economic system where private actors own and control property. Driven by self-interest, supply-and-demand markets seeking profit. Presented as freedom.
- Communism: Economic system with communal ownership of property and resources. Envisioned as a classless society. Presented as true equality.
Cold War Dynamics
- Superpower Competition: The US and USSR supported opposing sides in regional conflicts (proxy wars). Direct conflict was avoided.
- Geopolitical Tension: A system of ideal-based opposition and conflict.
- Notable Events: Nuclear arms race, psychological warfare, propaganda, espionage, and economic sanctions.
Key Historical Context: Forming Ideologies (1940s)
- Totalitarianism: A form of government (as characterized by Hannah Arendt) that controls all aspects of a citizen's life, including suppressing dissent and individual freedoms. It uses mass manipulation, fear/terror tactics, cult of personality, propaganda, violence, and central control.
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This quiz explores key events, policies, and outcomes related to the Cold War era, focusing on Afghanistan, Greece, Portugal, and Spain. Enhance your understanding of significant political transformations, military interventions, and ideological shifts during the 20th century.
