The War in Vietnam — Quiz

Question 1

What was a result of early objections to the draft, the cost of the war, and the number of lives lost?

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People began protesting the war.

Question 2

In the 1950s and 1960s, US leaders feared that if they did not intervene, countries such as Vietnam would

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fall to communism.

Question 3

What did Americans who opposed the war in Vietnam want to know about the conflict? Choose four correct answers.

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When would American involvement in Vietnam end?; When would the war be over?; What would it take to end the communist threat in Vietnam?; What were the objectives of the war?

Question 4

In the 1950s and 1960s, US leaders feared that if they did not intervene, countries such as Vietnam would

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fall to communism.

Question 5

Which value was more popular in the 1950s than the 1960s?

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respect for authority

Question 6

How did the United States increase its involvement in Vietnam after the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution?

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It sent financial aid and US troops to South Vietnam.

Question 7

What was a result of early objections to the draft, the cost of the war, and the number of lives lost?

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People began protesting the war.

Question 8

Why did South Vietnam need US assistance in the early 1960s?

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It was the site of a communist rebellion.

Question 9

What was one reason the draft was unpopular?

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Some people believed that the draft targeted poorer citizens.

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