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The Cold War and Its Effects — Test Answers

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Why was the end to communism in Czechoslovakia termed the “Velvet Revolution”?

The communist rulers were as soft and weak as velvet.

The transition was remarkably smooth.

The revolution was named for the group that led it.

Velvet was a symbol of Czechoslovakia.

Which best describes what occurred during the détente era?

alliance formation

arms reduction

arms limitation

increased openness

During the Cold War, what was the stated main objective of the United States in engaging in proxy wars against the Soviet Union?

to spread democracy

to end socialism

to secure oil reserves

to empower developing nations

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