5. Superpower Competition 1953-1991

Proxy Wars — Quiz

Test your understanding of proxy wars with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

Which of the following proxy wars in Africa saw the United States support UNITA against the MPLA, which was backed by the Soviet Union and Cuba?

Question 2

The 'Domino Theory' was a Cold War concept that significantly influenced U.S. foreign policy. What did this theory primarily suggest?

Question 3

During the Cold War, the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) emerged as a group of states that were not formally aligned with or against any major power bloc. What was the primary goal of the NAM?

Question 4

The Soviet-Afghan War (1979-1989) is a prime example of a Cold War proxy conflict. Which of the following best describes the United States' role in this war?

Question 5

Which of the following best explains why newly independent nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America became frequent arenas for proxy wars during the Cold War?
Proxy Wars Quiz — AS-Level History | A-Warded