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AssignmentMultiple Choice

War Crimes

Question 2 • NY-US History and Government Term 2 Hillcrest

What was the result of America’s actions in Guatemala?

Answer
A
the start of thirty years of military rule
B
the establishment of a democratic republic
C
the creation of a communist state
D
increased stability in government

Explanation

In 1954, the United States supported a coup that removed Guatemala’s elected president, Jacobo Árbenz. The coup weakened democratic government and was followed by decades of military rule and political violence. Therefore, the result was the start of thirty years of military rule, not the establishment of a stable democracy.

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