Question

Which identifies the effects of the Truman Doctrine?

A) The doctrine allowed for Eastern European countries to expand westward, spreading democratic ideas.
B) The doctrine supported missionary work that promoted the convergence of Latin America to the US sphere of influence.
C) The doctrine used financial loans to promote economic stability in Central America and to reduce the influence of imperial powers.
D) The doctrine prevented the spread of Communism into third-world countries by issuing monetary aid.

Answer 1

The best answer is D. The Truman doctrine helped to prevent the spread of Communism past the already established boundaries after WWII. The United States would give economic assistance to countries in need so they did not have to turn to a Communist country for assistance. It wasn't just for third world countries, but any independent country in need that the United States felt might have Communist assistance and allow that ideology to expand.