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Causes and Consequences of the Vietnam War

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the causes and consequences of the Vietnam War, designed to develop understanding of this major crisis in modern world history.

Topics covered:

#Compare the perspectives of different countries involved
#Cause and Consequence
#History
#Outline the impact of the war on American society
#Explain the main causes of the Vietnam War
#Standard
#Analyse the consequences of the Vietnam War for Vietnam and the world
#Vietnam
#Major Crises

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Causes and Consequences of the Vietnam War

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Vietnam War

Source A: Excerpt from a history textbook

'The Vietnam War was a prolonged conflict that arose from Cold War tensions and the desire of North Vietnam to reunify the country under communist rule. It involved complex political, ideological, and military factors.' Provenance: General history textbook, published 2010.

1.
Explain two main causes of the Vietnam War based on Source A. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of the USA and North Vietnam on the causes of the war. Use Source A and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Impact of Cold War Politics

Source B: Statement by a Cold War historian

'The Vietnam War was a direct consequence of Cold War tensions, with superpowers supporting different sides to extend their influence.' Provenance: Published academic article, 2015.

1.
Outline how Cold War politics contributed to the escalation of the Vietnam War. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse the role of superpower support in shaping the course of the Vietnam War. Use Source B and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences for Vietnam

Source C: Post-war report

'The Vietnam War resulted in widespread destruction, loss of life, and a divided nation. The country remained communist under North Vietnam, leading to reunification in 1975.' Provenance: United Nations report, 1980.

1.
Explain two consequences of the Vietnam War for Vietnam based on Source C. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the impact of the Vietnam War on Vietnam with its impact on American society. Use Source C and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Long-term Effects

Source D: Modern analysis

'The Vietnam War influenced subsequent conflicts and shaped US foreign policy, leading to greater caution in military intervention.' Provenance: Contemporary political analysis, 2020.

1.
Explain the long-term effects of the Vietnam War on US foreign policy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the Vietnam War has shaped modern attitudes towards military intervention. Use Source D and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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