Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
AP US Historymediummcq1 pt

The Truman Doctrine (1947) committed the United States to:

A.Containing communism by supporting nations threatened by it
B.Nuclear disarmament
C.Economic competition with the Soviet Union
D.Isolation from foreign conflicts

Explanation

Core Concept

The Truman Doctrine pledged American support for democracies against authoritarian threats, initially providing aid to Greece and Turkey to prevent communist takeovers. It became a cornerstone of Cold War containment policy.

Correct Answer

AContaining communism by supporting nations threatened by it

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