Question

How did the Marshall Plan aim to contain the spread of communism?

It built up the western European armed forces.

It helped to rebuild and strengthen European economies.

© It forced Americans to take loyalty oaths to avoid losing their jobs.

• It created a military alliance among western European and North American nations.

Answer 1

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It aimed to prevent the economic and social instability that often led to the rise of communism by providing economic assistance to rebuild European countries after World War II. By helping to stabilize and strengthen these economies, the Marshall Plan aimed to create conditions that would make it less likely for communism to take hold in these countries. In essence, by improving living standards and promoting economic growth in Western Europe, the Marshall Plan aimed to contain the spread of communism in the region.