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Question 40 • World History and Geography

How did the US Congress respond to the signing of the SALT II (Strategic Arms Limitation Talks) treaty?

Answer
A
Congress wanted to ban missile programs.
B
Congress hesitated, then agreed to ratify it.
C
Congress refused to ratify the treaty.
D
Congress called for greater changes.

Explanation

After the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan in 1979, President Carter asked the Senate to postpone consideration of SALT II. The treaty was never submitted for a Senate vote, so Congress did not ratify it. Therefore, the best choice is “Congress refused to ratify the treaty.”

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