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Origins of the Cold War — Quiz

Question 9 • World History CR

Which best describes NATO?

Answer
A
an informal name for the alliance known as the Warsaw Pact
B
a military alliance of the Soviet Union and other Communist nations
C
a branch of the United Nations whose aim was world peace
D
a military alliance of the United States and other non-Communist nations

Explanation

NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, was a military alliance formed by the United States, Canada, and Western European nations during the Cold War. Its members opposed the spread of Soviet influence and included non-Communist nations. The Warsaw Pact was the separate alliance led by the Soviet Union, so D describes that rival group.

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