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The Cold War Escalates

Question 3 • [HSSWH] World History, Sem 2 (26-27)

Why were fallout shelters built during the Cold War?

Answer
A
to allow people to cross the Berlin Wall
B
to hide defectors from the military
C
to provide safety in case of a nuclear attack
D
to provide an escape from daily worries

Explanation

Fallout shelters were built to protect people from radioactive fallout and other dangers after a nuclear explosion. They provided a place to seek safety in case of a nuclear attack, so the correct choice is C, “to provide safety in case of a nuclear attack.”

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