The Beginning of Détente Flashcards

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What does the word 'détente' mean in the context of the Cold War?

It means a relaxing or easing of tension between the USA and the USSR.

In which period did the beginning of détente mainly take place?

It began in the late 1960s and grew stronger in the early 1970s.

How did the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962 help lead to détente?

It frightened both sides and made them want to avoid nuclear war in future.

What was the 'hotline' set up after the Cuban Missile Crisis?

It was a direct telephone link between Washington and Moscow, set up in 1963.

Which types of nuclear tests were banned by the 1963 Limited Test Ban Treaty?

Tests in the atmosphere, in space and under water were banned. Underground tests were still allowed.

Why was the 1963 Limited Test Ban Treaty important for détente?

It was the first time the superpowers agreed to limit nuclear testing, showing they could work together.

What did the 1967 Outer Space Treaty say about space and weapons?

Countries agreed not to put nuclear weapons in space and to use space only for peaceful purposes.

What was the main idea of the 1968 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?

Nuclear countries agreed not to help others get nuclear weapons, and non-nuclear countries promised not to try to build them.

How did the treaties of 1963–1968 show the beginning of détente?

They showed the USA and USSR were willing to talk, sign agreements and limit nuclear weapons instead of always confronting each other.

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