Quiz for Document 28-1: George C. Marshall, An American Plan to Rebuild a Shattered Europe (June 5, 1947)

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   In Marshall’s view, what was the likely consequence if the United States failed to aid Europe’s economic recovery?

   A.

   The United States would miss an excellent opportunity to enrich itself.

   B.

   European society would break down, producing grave problems both in Europe and around the world.

   C.

   The United States would miss a chance to injure the Soviet Union.

   D.

   European society would recover, but would likely veer toward socialism.

   In Marshall’s view, what was the likely consequence if the United States failed to aid Europe’s economic recovery?

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   What was slowing down Europe’s recovery, according to Marshall?

   A.

   European countries were reluctant to begin trading again.

   B.

   Jobs were scarce due to a stagnant manufacturing industry.

   C.

   There was a mass exodus of Europeans looking for work to foreign countries.

   D.

   A peace settlement with Austria and Germany had not been agreed upon.

   What was slowing down Europe’s recovery, according to Marshall?

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   What did Marshall propose as a remedy to the European situation?

   A.

   Printing more money to help stimulate the economy

   B.

   Developing new industries in order to create more jobs

   C.

   Rebuilding Europe with an influx of American dollars

   D.

   Restoring Europeans’ confidence in their economic future

   What did Marshall propose as a remedy to the European situation?