Question

Asian and African nations gained independence in 1950, 1960, and early 1970's what did the united states fear might happen?

A. They would align themselves with communist China and weaken the power of democracies
B. They would become communist or form alliances with the Soviet Union
C. They would weaken the world economic Market
D. They would form a third world superpower

Answer 1

The correct answer is B) They would become communist or form alliances with the Soviet Union.

After World War II and up until the 1980's, the US federal government adopted a policy of containment. This policy revolved around stopping the spread of communism all over the world. The reason the US developed this policy was because they were worried about the Soviet Union having more power/influence than the United States. When these nations became independent, America would try to ensure that they stayed free from communist influences.