The Cold War: A Global Confrontation

The Cold War: A Global Confrontation

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. What was the primary ideological conflict that defined the Cold War?

2. Which of the following best describes the 'Iron Curtain'?

1. The United States and the Soviet Union were the two main   during the Cold War.

2. The policy of   aimed to prevent the spread of communism.

3. The   airlift was a major event where supplies were flown into West Berlin.

1. The Cold War involved direct military conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union.

2. The Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world to the brink of nuclear war.

1. Briefly explain the purpose of NATO.

2. What role did proxy wars play in the Cold War?

Match each Cold War term with its definition.