Question

Which best describes why the United States tried to strengthen democracy on a global scale during the Cold War?

to achieve cooperation and security
to protect itself from a Soviet invasion
to secure its economic future
to guarantee individuals’ personal freedoms

Answer 1

to achieve cooperation and security

The U.S. promoted democracy to build allied nations and institutions (e.g., NATO, Marshall Plan) that would contain Soviet influence, foster stability, and ensure collective security and cooperation during the Cold War.