What do the notes tell you about the likelihood of military action against Cuba, in spite of the risks?
Why did some members of the military oppose the idea of a “surgical strike” against Cuba?
Listen to an excerpt from President Kennedy’s speech and then answer the question.Which statement best summarizes Kennedy’s message?
Listen to another excerpt from the same speech and then answer the question.According to Kennedy, why is the United States especially suited for this conflict?
Read Khrushchev’s response to President Kennedy. Then answer the questions.What does Khrushchev accuse Kennedy of doing?
What two responses were immediately debated?
How did Fidel Castro respond to Kennedy’s quarantine?Select all that apply.
Why might Kennedy have felt that he won the confrontation with Khrushchev?
Based on the map, why would the president want to take quick action to stop the building of the missile sites?
Read the excerpt from Khrushchev’s letter and then answer the questions. In this letter, Khrushchev is saying that he refuses✔ agrees towants to consider Kennedy’s terms.
Why did President Kennedy maintain his official schedule?
What did the world learn from the Cuban Missile Crisis?Select all that apply.
How is the tone of the letter different from Khrushchev’s letter on Day 9?
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