WHS.SS.13.C
Identify major events of the Cold War, including the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the arms race.
World History Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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major eventsCold WarKorean WarVietnam Wararms race
Skills
- identify (major events of the Cold War) #dok1
- describe (the Korean War, Vietnam War, and arms race as major events of the Cold War) #dok2
- compare (the significance of the Korean War and Vietnam War during the Cold War) #dok2
- analyze (the impact of the arms race on global politics during the Cold War) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify major events of the Cold War, including the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the arms race. #dok1
- I can describe the key features of the Korean War, Vietnam War, and arms race as they relate to the Cold War. #dok2
- I can compare the Korean War and Vietnam War to determine similarities and differences in their causes and outcomes. #dok2
- I can analyze the impact of the arms race on global relations during the Cold War. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The Cold War was defined by a series of major events—including wars and an arms race—that shaped international relations and affected countries worldwide.
- Understanding key conflicts and competitions during the Cold War, such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, and arms race, is essential for explaining the era's global impact.
Essential Questions
- What were the major events that characterized the Cold War?
- How did the Korean War and the Vietnam War reflect the larger struggle of the Cold War?
- What was the arms race, and why was it significant during the Cold War?
- How did these conflicts and competitions influence international relations and people’s lives during the Cold War?
- In what ways did the outcomes of the Korean and Vietnam wars affect the global balance of power?