4.5.1 - Case Study 1: The Cuban Missile Crisis (1962)
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What was located in Cuba that caused a crisis?
💡 Hint: Consider what type of weapons were involved in the crisis.
What action did the USA take in response to the missiles?
💡 Hint: Recall the military approach used by the USA.
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What was the cause of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
💡 Hint: Focus on the military aspect that prompted the crisis.
True or False: The Cuban Missile Crisis was resolved without military conflict.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the outcome of the crisis.
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How might the Cuban Missile Crisis have played out differently if one side had opted for a military solution rather than diplomacy?
💡 Hint: Consider the potential risks of military confrontation.
Critically evaluate the effectiveness of the diplomatic strategies used in the Cuban Missile Crisis. What lessons can present leaders learn?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how today’s leaders can use these lessons in their diplomatic efforts.
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