Use the historical source to answer the question.
“Workers and farmers, this is the socialist and democratic revolution of the humble, with the humble and for the humble.”
Which of the following best explains why Cuba became a communist government after 1945?
(1 point)
Responses
A. because it redistributed land owned by the United Fruit Company
B. due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of President Jacobo Arbenz
C. due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista
D. because the U.S. overthrew the Cuban government
C. due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista
Compare Mexico’s and Argentina’s economic success post-World War II.(1 point)
Responses
A. They both relied on foreign private companies to build wealth.
B. They both created national oil industries that still survive today.
C. They both had governments and economic successes that were destroyed by the United Fruit Company.
D. They both nationalized industries that were economic problems.
B. They both created national oil industries that still survive today.
How is Guatemala’s economic experience post-World War II different from Mexico’s?(1 point)
Responses
A. Guatemala had rapid inflation, while Mexico did not.
B. Guatemala increased production of oil more than Mexico.
C. Guatemala sold its land to a foreign company to develop.
D. Mexico staged a coup to remove an ineffective leader.
C. Guatemala sold its land to a foreign company to develop.
Which statement best articulates the way the U.S. and the Soviet Union intervened in satellite states and spheres of influence during the Cold War?(1 point)
Responses
A. providing new roads and infrastructure
B. providing economic support
C. providing health care
D. promoting education
B. providing economic support
Which of the following statements best explains Castro’s rise to power in Cuba?(1 point)
Responses
A. Neruda wrote a poem encouraging people to vote for Castro.
B. Menchú supported Castro.
C. The U.S. helped Castro and his military overthrow the capitalist government.
D. Che Guevara helped Castro build a military force.