Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War
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A reading comprehension worksheet focusing on Mikhail Gorbachev's role in ending the Cold War, designed to develop understanding of key events and ideas.
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Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War
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Introduction to Gorbachev and the End of the Cold War
Mikhail Gorbachev became the leader of the Soviet Union in 1985. He introduced reforms known as glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring), which aimed to modernize the USSR and improve relations with the West. His policies led to a lessening of tensions with the United States and contributed to the end of the Cold War. Gorbachev’s willingness to negotiate and reduce nuclear arms was crucial during this period.
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'Gorbachev’s reforms were a daring departure from previous Soviet policies, and they paved the way for the peaceful end of the Cold War.' – Dr. Jane Smith, Cold War Historian.
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- 1/1/2026
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