Locations
Where were nuclear missile sites being built by the Soviet Union?
The island of Cuba
Who was the United States leader during the crisis?
President John F. Kennedy
In 1962, this U.S. President faced the Cuban Missile Crisis after discovering Soviet missiles in Cuba
John F Kennedy
What major city in the US held missles?
Washington DC
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the crisis?
Nikita Khrushchev
True or False: Cuba no longer needs help from the Soviet Union after the missile crisis
False - Cuba still relied on Soviet support after the crisis
What major city in Russia were the missiles targeting
Moscow
During the crisis, who was the Prime Minister of Cuba?
Fidel Castro
True or False: The CIA director’s advice was based on the successful removal of missiles from Cuba
True
What impact did the missile information have on the United States?
They were able to see that their enemy (Soviet Union) had their missiles
What does Castro argue after the United States asks that Soviet weapons be withdrawn?
He says he should have a say in his country and highlights the hypocrisy of the U.S.
Name two consequences of the crisis.
Answers vary.
The Soviets removed missiles from Cuba
The Americans promised that they would not invade Cuba
A telephone hotline was set up in between Washington D.C. and Moscow for direct communication between American and Russian leaders
Hotline was put in place to avoid another potential war
Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty of 1963 was put in place to reduce the pressure of the arms race
Name one of the launch sites of the Cuban Missiles
San Cristobal, Guanajay, Remedios
What kind of relationship did Castro and Khrushchev have?
One sided relationship. Khrushchev emasculates Castro.
Who announced the naval blockade to stop the delivery of missiles?
President Kennedy