Practice Decolonisation (3.4) - Chapter 9: Cold War (1945-1991) – Origin, Course, and Impact

Practice: Decolonisation

Lesson 3.4Cold War (1945-1991) – Origin, Course, and Impact

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Question 1.
What does decolonisation mean?
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Think about countries breaking free from colonial control.
Question 2.
Name one ideology promoted by the US during the Cold War.
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It contrasts with another major ideology supported by the USSR.
3Question 3.
What was a key motivation for US involvement in newly independent countries during the Cold War?
- To promote socialism
- To prevent the spread of communism
- To increase military presence
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Think about the overarching conflict between two ideologies.
4Question 4.
True or False: The USSR supported capitalist governments in Africa.
- True
- False
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Consider the ideological stance of the USSR.
Question 5.
Evaluate how the actions of the US and USSR during the Cold War affected the long-term development of a region of your choosing, focusing on three specific countries.
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Select regions where both superpowers had significant involvement.
Question 6.
Discuss the ethical implications of superpower involvement in decolonisation wars. Was it driven by concern for these nations or more by self-interest?
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Think about how these motivations shaped national identities and conflicts.

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