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

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Question 1 Easy

What does decolonisation mean?

💡 Hint: Think about countries breaking free from colonial control.

Question 2 Easy

Name one ideology promoted by the US during the Cold War.

💡 Hint: It contrasts with another major ideology supported by the USSR.

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Question 1

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

💡 Hint: Think about the overarching conflict between two ideologies.

Question 2

True or False: The USSR supported capitalist governments in Africa.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the ideological stance of the USSR.

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Challenge 1 Hard

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.

💡 Hint: Select regions where both superpowers had significant involvement.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the ethical implications of superpower involvement in decolonisation wars. Was it driven by concern for these nations or more by self-interest?

💡 Hint: Think about how these motivations shaped national identities and conflicts.

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