Reagan's Foreign Policy and Strategic Defense Initiative
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What was President Reagan's approach towards the USSR?

  • He focused on enhancing trade relations with the USSR
  • He rejected containment and believed in defeating evil, not negotiating (correct)
  • He embraced containment and detente policies
  • He proposed peaceful negotiations with the USSR
  • What was the main goal of the $1.5 trillion military buildup under Reagan?

  • To establish a military alliance with the USSR
  • To bankrupt and destroy the USSR (correct)
  • To promote economic cooperation with the USSR
  • To negotiate peace treaties with the USSR
  • What was the core concept behind Reagan's 'Peace through Strength' approach?

  • Develop a strong military to deter aggression (correct)
  • Engage in preemptive strikes against potential threats
  • Advocate for peace talks despite military strength
  • Promote disarmament as a means to ensure security
  • In March 1983, what did President Reagan propose with the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI)?

    <p>Development of weapons to intercept incoming missiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Reagan believe the US should support guerilla groups under the Reagan Doctrine?

    <p>By assisting those fighting to overthrow Communist or pro-Soviet governments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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