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During the Cold War, what was one main concern of the United States?

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The Cold War was a long period of tension between the United States and the Soviet Union. The U.S. was mainly concerned that communism would spread and that a nuclear war could happen.

💡 Memory tip: Remember: Cold War fears = communism and nuclear war.

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Source: USCIS, 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version), M-1778.