History- Carter and the Middle East – Flashcards
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President Carter tried to ease Cold War tensions when he took office in 1977 by
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working with the leader of the Soviet Union.
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Which did President Carter fail to do?
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free Americans taken hostage by Iran
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An effect of frequent fighting in the Middle East was
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many deaths.
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President Carter wanted to establish peace between
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Israel and Egypt.
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Afghan soldiers who fought against the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979 were called
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the Mujahideen.
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Which did President Carter refuse to do in his attempt to free American hostages taken by Iran?
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buy Iranian oil
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Which is a true statement about President Carter's attempts to free the hostages in Iran?
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He sought help from the United Nations.
