How did the terms you chose impact relations between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War?

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Choose 2 of the topics below. Define and briefly summarize the 2 topics that you have decided to write about. How do these items relate to the Cold War? How did the terms you chose impact relations between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War?

• NATO
• The United Nations
• Containment
• The Marshall Plan
• The Truman Doctrine
• Models of Analysis in International Relations: Liberalism and Realism