History Unit 3: The Modern Era Gouzenko
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What role did Gouzenko play in the Gouzenko affair?

  • He was a Canadian diplomat
  • He was a military officer
  • He was a cipher clerk at the Soviet Union's embassy in Ottawa (correct)
  • He was a scientist

    • When did Gouzenko defect to the Canadian government?

  • In 1950
  • In 1947
  • Just weeks after the war ended in September 1945 (correct)
  • During World War 2

    • What type of information did Gouzenko disclose after his defection?

  • Classified information on cyphers, atomic research, and more (correct)
  • Classified information on music
  • Classified information on agriculture
  • Classified information on space exploration

    • What was the implication of Gouzenko's disclosure on Canada's allies?

    <p>Raised concerns about Soviet espionage and compromise of critical information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Gouzenko's defection in terms of arrests?

    <p>Prompted the arrest and conviction of individuals involved in espionage activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Canada address the security threat posed by Soviet infiltration?

    <p>Used the War Measures Act to arrest suspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Gouzenko Affair?

    <p>It led to investigations and actions in the United States and the United Kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Canada's role during the Korean War?

    <p>Playing a significant role as part of the United Nations forces in support of South Korea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the creation of the United Nations Charter lead to?

    <p>The creation of four main agencies to promote world peace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the DEW line?

    <p>To provide radar stations as a distant early warning system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for relocating Indigenous people to the high Arctic?

    <p>To provide them with better hunting land and opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who funded the creation of the DEW line?

    <p>Canada and the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the early instances of Canada's participation in Cold War conflicts?

    <p>Support for South Korea against North Korean and Chinese communist forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the main agencies created by the United Nations Charter?

    <p>&quot;Powerful Security Council&quot;, &quot;General Assembly&quot;, &quot;Social and Economic Council&quot;, &quot;International Court&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "The formation of DEW line was due to"?

    <p>Fear of Soviet union attacking north pole airborne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Canada's role during the Korean War?

    <p>Playing a significant role as part of UN forces in support of South Korea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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