History Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the definition of historical significance?
Understanding the definitions and connections to the Industrial Revolution’s broader causes and effects.
What is the Containment Policy?
A policy to prevent the spread of communism to other countries, involving political, economic, and military actions to resist Soviet influence.
What is a Sphere of Influence?
An area where a powerful country controls or heavily influences other countries.
What is the Domino Theory?
The theory that if one country falls to communism, neighboring countries will follow.
What are Proxy Wars?
Conflicts where major powers support opposing sides but do not directly engage in combat.
What is Mutually Assured Destruction?
A deterrence strategy where nuclear powers would be completely destroyed if they engaged in conflict, preventing either side from taking action.
What was the Marshall Plan?
A program to help rebuild countries and prevent the spread of communism by providing aid.
What was the Molotov Plan?
A plan to provide aid to Eastern Bloc countries to strengthen Soviet influence.
What should you do to prepare for the test?
Work through the study guide and continuously practice the material, not just the night before.
What should you do if you’re unsure of an answer on the study guide?
Ask Ms. Lancaster for help.
What should you be prepared to list for the test?
Specific examples related to the questions in the study guide.
What countries made up the Warsaw Pact?
Communist allies led by the Soviet Union, primarily from Eastern Europe.
What countries made up NATO?
Capitalist democracies allied with the United States, primarily from Western Europe.
What are TWO KEY elements/principles/priorities for Communism?
- Classless Society (no social classes)
- Government controls Production
What are TWO KEY elements/principles/priorities for Capitalism?
- Open/Free market
- Individuals can own businesses
What was the IMPLICIT reason the United States used the atomic bomb?
To demonstrate military power and end World War II.
What were the impacts of nuclear weapons on the world?
- Caused widespread fear
- Increased global tensions
- Shifted power to nuclear states
- Led to treaties and public terror
What was the major unintended consequence of Mao’s ‘Great Leap Forward’?
Massive famine resulting in the deaths of an estimated 15-45 million people.
What was the main point of the Cultural Revolution?
To eliminate dissent and spread communist ideas, especially among the youth.
Explain the Korean War using the following terms: Communism, 38th Parallel, USSR, North & South Korea, Invasion, United States.
Korea was divided after WWII, with the U.S. and USSR temporarily occupying the country. The 38th Parallel marked the division, and North Korea launched a surprise invasion of South Korea.
What were the goals of North & South Vietnam in the Vietnam War?
North Vietnam wanted to reunite the country, while South Vietnam wanted to remain separate.
What was the Bay of Pigs Invasion?
A failed attempt by U.S.-backed Cuban exiles to overthrow Cuba’s communist leader.
How was the Cuban Missile Crisis resolved?
The USSR removed missiles from Cuba, and the U.S. agreed not to invade Cuba and secretly removed missiles from Turkey.
Why did the United States get involved in South America?
To stop the spread of communism and protect its political and economic interests.
