The Vietnam War — Quiz

Question 13 • United States History and Geography

In 1965, the United States

Answer

declared war on North Vietnam and committed troops to the war.

began escalating its commitment of troops to the war in Vietnam.

began turning over defense of South Vietnam to the Viet Cong.

decreased the number of US troops serving in Vietnam.

Explanation

In 1965, the United States sharply increased its military involvement in Vietnam, sending large numbers of combat troops and expanding its bombing campaign. This was an escalation of its commitment, not a formal declaration of war, so A is correct.

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