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Quick questions on The Cuban Missile Crisis explained: O-Level History
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What are the consequences?Show answer
The Cuban Missile Crisis had important consequences. The most positive was that the shock of coming so close to nuclear war led both sides to be more careful. A direct telephone "hotline" was set up between the leaders in Washington and Moscow so they could communicate quickly in a crisis. The two sides also signed an agreement to limit nuclear weapons testing.
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In which year did the Cuban Missile Crisis take place? [3 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain why the Cuban Missile Crisis was so dangerous. [5 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
"The Cuban Missile Crisis was a victory for the United States." How far do you agree? [8 marks]
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