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20 th Century World – The Cold War
Worksheet 13.2
The Second Cold War and Abel Archer
Read this account of events surrounding Abel Archer and then answer the questions below.
Questions:
1. What factors in international relations increased tension dramatically at this time?
2. Why did the Soviets believe that a nuclear strike was imminent?
3. How was the situation diffused?
4. Why did this scare have some beneficial effects?
Further research:
For more information on Abel Archer go to the CIA website.
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