Question

What does the term "containment" refer to in the context of the Cold War?
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Promoting democracy worldwide
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Building physical defenses
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Expanding a country's territory
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Preventing the spread of communism

Answer 1

In the context of the Cold War, the term "containment" refers to **preventing the spread of communism**. This U.S. foreign policy strategy aimed to limit the influence and expansion of communist regimes and Soviet power around the world.