1. When did the Cold War occur and what countries were involved? How did disagreement between

the USA and USSR over the political future of Europe caused the Cold War to begin?

2. Explain the US policy of Containment during the Cold War.

-How did policy document NSC-68, published by the National Security Council, support America's

policy of Containment.

3. What did the Truman Doctrine entail?

-What types of problems did President Truman's over exaggeration of the Soviet threat cause

in America?

4. What was the purpose of the Marshal Plan?

5. Post war Germany was divided into four zones which were administered by what four

counties?

-The former German capital of Berlin was also divided into four zones. When the Western

powers announced their intention to create a consolidated federal state from their zones, what

was Stalin's response, and why did this alarm the West?

-What was the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)? What was its purpose?

6. How did Mao Zedong come to power in China and what effect did this have on the Cold

War in Asia?

7. Discuss three factors that led to the Korean War. How was the conflict resolved?

8. Why was it important for the United States to protect the Middle East from communism?

-Describe the conflict that the USA had with the Soviets in Iran.

-What new nation did the USA quickly recognize in the Middle East? Why was this important

to the overall US Containment Policy?

9. How did the way of life/work change for many Americans after WWII?

-Explain three new factors that made life more convenient for Americans.

10. The ________ passed before the end of the war, helped ease servicemen back into civilian life by

providing such benefits as guaranteed loans for home-buying and financial aid for industrial training and

university education.

11. The _______ provided for protection against unfair employment practices, a higher minimum wage,

greater unemployment compensation and housing assistance

12. ______and _______ both rose and expanded during the Truman Presidency.

Applying Your Knowledge:

13. Summarize the hysteria that Senator Joseph McCarthy caused and the result. Respond in

at least 200 words.