Guided Reading Activity / Life during the Cold war/ Chapter 33

A. Main Idea

After World war II, political, economic, and social shifts occurred in the Soviet Union

What changes occurred in japan under the command of U.S general Douglas MacArthur

Japanese society was remodeled along western lines. A new constitution renounced war as a national policy and established a parliamentary system and reduced the power of the emperor

When did Great Britain return control of Hong Kong to mainland China.

July 1, 1997

--------- and ------, countries which had local Communist movements that took control after the war, were the only exceptions to this pattern in Eastern Europe

Albania and Yugoslavia

In Czechoslovakia in 1968, newly elected first secretary of the Communist party---- introduced a number of reforms that led to a short-lived period of euphoria that came to be known as the "-----"

Alexander Dubcek The Prague Spring

A. Main Idea

After World War II , Japan transformed itself from a country in ruins to an industrial power

Which countries were part of the EEC by 1986?

1 January 1986. Spain and Portugal enter the EU, bringing membership to 12. Member States: Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, Ireland, United Kingdom and Greece.

Between ------ and 1948, Soviet-controlled Communist governments became entrenched in -------. Bulgaria, Romania, Poland Hungary, and Czechoslovakia.

1945 and 1948 entrenched in East Germany

The period of ------ Between the United States and the Soviet Union led to arms- control -------

1970 agreements

III) Western Society

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1) Western Europe

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II The US After the war

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b. Main Idea

Asian Rim countries became economic powerhouses after World War II

B. Main Idea

At the end of World War II , all of Eastern Europe and much of the Balkans came under Soviet control

How did Allied planners hope to eliminate the aggressiveness of Japanese behavior?

By adding a new education system that stressed individualism and removed references to patriotism and loyalty to the emperor. Trying to influence thinking.

What were the two key areas of industrial production for South Korea after the election of park Chung Hee.

Chemicals, textiles, shipbuilding, and automobile production

Lesson 2

Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union

How did the social structure of Western society change after World War II?

Family life was emphasized, as was life in the suburbs

What nations are known as the "Asian tigers"

Hong Kong. Singapore. South Korea. Taiwan.

What is cited as a key reason for the efficiency of Japanese industry and Japan's emergence as an industrial giant?

It established price and wage policies, subsidizes vital industries, and the government role being widely excepted is cited as a key reason for the efficiency of Japanese industry

What changes took place in Canada after the war?

In World War 2 we could see how Canada began to shape itself as an independent country. Canada's troops were also composed with black and aboriginal peoples Canada supplied many resources and raw materials to the war and thus their economy boomed

By 1950, Russian---------- Production increased and surpassed prewar levels. new power plants, canals, and giant factories were built, and heavy----- increased.

Industrial production Heavy industry increased

How did Margaret Thatcher's policies change the economy of Great Britain?

Margaret Thatcher blamed on the economic decline on the socialist policies. In response, privatized business and industry, cut back on social welfare programs, strengthened national defense.,

After 1970 ,---- came to power and was determined to keep----- Europe in the hands of the ---------

Milkail Gorbachev Keep Eastern Europe......... of the Communists

When was Japan independence restored

On September 8, 1951 with a peace treaty to restore Japanese independence.

After Stalin's death, Eastern European satellites ------ and ----- protested Communism but these protests did not result in any significant change .

Poland and Hungary

What economical , social, and cultural changes did Japan and the four "Asian tigers": experience after 1945?

Since 1945, Japan and the four "Asian tigers" have become economic powerhouses, while Australia and New Zealand remain linked culturally to Europe.

Why was the land -reform program of the occupation administration a success?

Since half of the population lived on farms and half of all the farmers were tenants (rent the land) of large land owners under the reform program created a strong class of independent farmers. This increased food production.

What were the political, social, economic, and foreign policies of the Soviet Union after World War II .

Soviet Union Takes Over Eastern Europe After World War II. After World War II, the Soviet Union extended its control into Eastern Europe.... The Soviet Union also began exerting its influence in Asia.

Khrushchev condemned ----------------'s repressive and violent regime and began a process of ---------

Stalin's repressive Began a process of elimination (de-Stalinization)

How did Taiwan change after World War II

TAIWAN AFTER WORLD WAR II: On October 25, 1945—known as Retrocession Day in Taiwan— Japan was forced to cede all overseas possessions. ... .

Lesson 3

The Asian Rim

What economic changes did West Germany experience after the war ?

The West German government managed to provide housing and jobs for the many refugees from Eastern Germany and other Eastern European nations.

Why was Taiwan able to focus on economic growth without worries about a Communist invasion

They had the protection of American military forces

Lesson 1

Western Europe and North America

How did France's economy recover after World War II

economy recovered rapidly -reparations and territories gained from Germany helped

How did the economies of Europe and Canada and the society of the United States change after World War II?

the United States experienced phenomenal economic growth. the United States consolidated its position as the world's richest country. After World War II, much of Europe lay in ruins. their industries, their infrastructure, and their economies had been devastated Canada was transformed from a rural economy which was based on agriculture, to one focused on industry and mining

What was the goal of the woman's liberation movement? How did it change the lives of women in the United States?

the goals of the feminist movement were simple: let women have freedom, equal opportunity and control over their lives. Especially the right to vote .

In Yugoslavia,-----, known as Tito, created and independent Communist state and ruled the country until------

the leader until 1991