Unit Test

Question 1

In the 1960s, American men had to register for the draft if they were between the ages of

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18 and 25.

Question 2

In 1965, the United States launched Operation Rolling Thunder, which involved

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using aircraft to bomb North Vietnam.

Question 3

Between 1965 and 1968, the Vietnam War was fought primarily

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in the jungle.

Question 4

Which statement best describes the Americans who served in Vietnam?

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Most US soldiers were young, working class volunteers.

Question 5

During the war in Vietnam, the main opponents of the United States were

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the Viet Cong and the North Vietnamese Army.

Question 6

How did President Kennedy react when the Viet Cong seemed to be winning the war in South Vietnam?

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He sent more money, military equipment, and advisers.

Question 7

Which best explains why the United States sent military aid to Vietnam in the 1950s?

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to help South Vietnam without committing troops

Question 8

During the Vietnam War, US forces used Agent Orange to

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kill off acres of jungle cover.

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