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Chapter 25: The United States and the Cold War, 1945-1963 Review Sheet 1
Key Idea 8.7: The period after WWII has been characterized by an ideological and political struggle, first
between the US and communism during the Cold War, then between the US and forces of instability in the
Middle East. Increased economic interdependence and competition, as well as environmental concerns, are
challenges faced by the US.
Objective 8.7a: The Cold War was an ongoing struggle between the two nuclear superpowers, the US and the
USSR. The Cold War shaped the reconstruction of national boundaries and political alliances across the globe.
Objective 8.7b: The US based its military and diplomatic policies from 1945-1990 on a policy of containment
of communism.
Carefully read pages 836-841 and answer the questions that follow in complete sentences
1. Why did nations of the West consider Josef Stalin’s actions in the 1940’s a threat?
2. Describe the Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan.
3. What did the Yalta Conference do in relation to Germany?
4. Reread the text under the heading “International Organizations.” Identify the underlying causes for the
US decision to join the UN and participate in NATO.
5. Look at the map on page 840 of NATO and Warsaw Pact nations during the Cold War. Which NATO
nations bordered Warsaw Pact nations? Do you think it would be difficult for Yugoslavia to remain
neutral? Explain.
Chapter 25: The United States and the Cold War, 1945-1963 Review Sheet 2
Key Idea 8.8: After WWII, the population of the US rose sharply as a result of both natural increases and
immigration. Population movements have resulted in changes to the American landscape and shifting political
power. An aging population is affecting the economy and straining public resources.
Objective 8.8a: After WWII, the US experienced various shifts in population and demographics that resulted in
social, political, and economic consequences.
Carefully read pages 842-847 and answer the questions that follow in complete sentences
1. How did the US begin to change back to a peacetime economy?
2. How did inflation affect the postwar economy?
3. How and why did the “standard of living” increase in the 1950’s?
4. What were the positive and negative effects of new televisions in the 1950’s?
5. Why did inner cities suffer while suburbs flourished?
NAME_________________________________________________ Period____________
Chapter 25: The United States and the Cold War, 1945-1963 Review Sheet 3
Key Idea 8.7: The period after WWII has been characterized by an ideological and political struggle, first
between the US and communism during the Cold War, then between the US and forces of instability in the
Middle East. Increased economic interdependence and competition, as well as environmental concerns, are
challenges faced by the US.
Objective 8.7b: The US based its military and diplomatic policies from 1945-1990 on a policy of containment
of communism.
Carefully read pages 850-854 and answer the questions that follow in complete sentences
1. Why did the Korean War start?
2. Why did President Truman and General MacArthur disagree on Korean War strategies?
3. Describe EITHER the Alger Hiss OR Rosenberg incidents during the 1950’s.
4. What techniques did Joseph McCarthy use to accuse people of being Communists?
5. What happened to Senator McCarthy after the new “Red Scare?”
Chapter 25: The United States and the Cold War, 1945-1963 Review Sheet 4
Carefully read pages 855-860 and answer the questions that follow in complete sentences
1. What was the arms race and how did it fit into the Cold War?
2. How did the launch of “Sputnik” affect Americans?
3. How did Latin American become a Cold War battleground?
4. What was the Bay of Pigs invasion? Why did it take place?
5. Do you think space exploration is still considered as important today as it was during the 1950’s and
1960’s? Explain.