Question

Speech made in 1947:

It would be an unspeakable tragedy if these countries, which have struggled so long against overwhelming odds, should lose that victory for which they sacrificed so much. Collapse of free institutions and loss of independence would be disastrous not only for them but for the world. Discouragement and possibly failure would quickly be the lot of neighboring peoples striving to maintain their freedom and independence. Should we fail to aid Greece and Turkey in this fateful hour, the effect will be far reaching to the West as well as to the East. We must take immediate and resolute action.

Which statement best describes the threat the speaker is warning against in the passage?

A.The spread of Soviet-style communism in Europe.

B.The weakness of European postwar economies.

C.The military conflict between Greece and Turkey.

D.The revival of fascist movements throughout Europe.

Answer 1

A.The spread of Soviet-style communism in Europe.

Step-by-step explanation:

The speech corresponds to Harry Truman declaration, foreseeing spread of Soviet influence and communist uprisings in Europe.

The Truman Doctrine, as it is know foreseeks the takeover by USSR, as Stalin expectactions at the Yalta Conference came short.

The British goverment had been actively helping Greeks resis Communist militias, but shortly announced that the support for keeping an army on Geek soil was unafordable.

The Truman speech is the predecesor of the policy of "containment",

Truman argues"

I believe that it must be the policy of the United States to support free peoples who are resisting attempted subjugation by armed minorities or by outside pressures. "