Question

Based on the Domino Theory, which concern directly contributed to the U.S. involvement in the Korean War during the 1950s? (U7.2&3) TEKS - 8(C&D)(1 point) Responses Deterring the use of nuclear weapons by China Deterring the use of nuclear weapons by China Containing the spread of communism Containing the spread of communism Improving political relations with China Improving political relations with China To maintain the U.S. control of the South Pacific To maintain the U.S. control of the South Pacific Resisting the rise of fascism throughout Asia.

Answer 1

The concern that directly contributed to U.S. involvement in the Korean War during the 1950s, based on the Domino Theory, was **Containing the spread of communism**. The Domino Theory suggested that if one country fell to communism, neighboring countries would likely follow, which was a significant factor in U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War, particularly in the context of Korea.