Question

Which of these was a feature of the relationship between the Soviet Union and the United States in the era leading up to détente?

nuclear war
direct conflict
arms race
cooperation

Answer 1

In the era leading up to détente, a prominent feature of the relationship between the Soviet Union and the United States was the **arms race**. During this period, both superpowers escalated their nuclear arsenals and developed new weapons systems, contributing to heightened tensions. While there were instances of direct conflict (such as in proxy wars), the primary characteristic of the relationship during this time was the competition and accumulation of nuclear weapons.