After WW2
what was the name of the conflict between the U.S and the soviet union?
The Cold war
Who first used the term "iron curtain" to describe the division in Europe?
Winston Churchill ( speech about division in Europe)
What was the fear of communists taking over in the U.S. called?
The red scare
In what year did the Korean War begin?
1950
In what region did the U.S. intervene because of fear of communism?
Iran and Guatemala
What US policy was meant to stop the spread of communism
Containment
The Iron curtain seperated what two political systems?
Communism and democracy
What kind of government infiltration did Americans fear during the Red Scare?
Communist spies in government
Which country invaded South Korea?
North Korea
What did the U.S. do in Iran in the early Cold War?
Pressured Soviets to withdraw and opposed communist influence
What plan gave aid to Western Europe after WWII?
The Marshall Plan
Which part of Europe was dominated by the Soviet Union after WWII?
Eastern Europe
Who was the senator most associated with accusing people of being communists?
Joseph McCarthy
What parallel divided North and South Korea?
The 38th parallel
Who became Iran’s leader after CIA‑backed events?
The Shah returned to power (U.S. supported)
What military alliance did the US help form with Western Europe
NATO
The Iron Curtain is an example of what kind of boundary?
Political and ideological boundary
What government program screened federal employees for loyalty?
Loyalty review program
What international group helped fight in the Korean War?
United Nations forces
What year was the U.S.‑backed coup in Guatemala?
1954
What event showed that Soviet Control was tightening in Eastern Europe?
Iron Curtain separating East and the West
What alliance joined Soviet‑controlled nations in Eastern Europe?
The Warsaw Pact (implied in context of the Iron Curtain divide)
What was the name of the anticommunist hunt led by McCarthy?
McCarthyism
What was the outcome of the Korean War?
Korea remained divided with no clear winner
Why did the U.S. intervene in Guatemala?
Fear of communist influence and to protect U.S. business interests