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Postwar America and Cold War Struggles — Test

Question 18 • United States History and Geography

During the Korean War, General MacArthur was able to take the city of Inchon by

Answer
A
tricking North Korea into believing he that would use nuclear weapons.
B
launching a surprise attack from deep within North Korean territory.
C
striking in an area far away from where the fighting had been concentrated.
D
convincing China to enter the war on the side of South Korea.

Explanation

MacArthur’s forces landed at Inchon in September 1950, well behind North Korean lines and far from the fighting concentrated around the Pusan Perimeter in the southeast. The surprise landing disrupted North Korean supply routes and helped UN forces recapture Seoul. Thus, the correct choice is striking in an area far away from where the fighting had been concentrated.

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