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What event marked the beginning of the Cold War?
The Cold War began after the Second World War when two superpowers—the USA and the USSR—emerged with distinct blocs and spheres of influence.
Which two superpowers dominated the post-WWII global order?
The United States (USA) and the Soviet Union (USSR).
What economic and political system characterized the Western Bloc?
The Western Bloc was characterized by a capitalist economy and democratic political systems.
What system defined the Communist Bloc?
The Communist Bloc had a centrally planned economy paired with a non-democratic, totalitarian political system.
What was the main feature of the Cold War?
The antagonism between the two superpowers and their respective blocs, leading to constant conflicts.
What are the main characteristics of the Cold War?
The arms race, a policy of brinkmanship, regional conflicts, propaganda, and espionage/secret services.
What were the three main axes of the Western Bloc during the Cold War?
The Truman Doctrine (1947), the Marshall Plan (1948), and NATO (1949).
Which initiatives structured the Communist Bloc?
The Council for Mutual Economic Assistance (Comecon, 1949) and the Warsaw Pact (1955).
What period is described as "open hostility" between the superpowers?
The period between 1948 and 1953.
What was the Berlin Blockade and how was it resolved?
In 1948 the USSR blockaded West Berlin, and the USA maintained supplies through an airlift until the blockade was lifted in May 1949.
What major event followed the Berlin Blockade in Germany's post-war division?
Germany was partitioned into West Germany (FRG) and East Germany (GDR).
How did the Chinese Civil War affect Cold War alignments?
Mao Zedong's victory in 1949 led to the establishment of the People's Republic of China, aligning with the Communist Bloc.
Which war saw communist North Korea invading South Korea?
The Korean War (1950-1953).
What marked the beginning of "peaceful coexistence" between the superpowers?
The period after 1953 when Khrushchev and Eisenhower showed willingness to negotiate.
Name an internal conflict within the Communist Bloc during the Cold War.
The Hungarian Revolution.
What major structure symbolized the division of Berlin?
The Berlin Wall.
