Practice - The Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan (1979)
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Practice Questions
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What was the primary reason for the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan?
💡 Hint: Think about the political climate in Afghanistan before 1979!
What is the Mujahideen?
💡 Hint: Relate to the fighters' role against the USSR.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What year did the Soviet Union invade Afghanistan?
💡 Hint: Think about the events surrounding the late 1970s.
The Mujahideen were primarily supported by which country following the invasion?
💡 Hint: Focus on the Cold War adversaries.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the decision-making process in the Soviet leadership that led to the invasion of Afghanistan. What factors contributed to their justification?
💡 Hint: Think about regional dynamics and ideological goals.
Discuss how the US's strategy during the Soviet-Afghan war has shaped modern foreign policy in terms of engaging in military conflicts.
💡 Hint: Consider the lessons learned from the Cold War.
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