Why Did President Johnson Decide to Pursue the Vietnam War

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why did President Johnson decide to pursue the Vietnam War?

• A)He concluded that the need to fight communism outweighed the risks involved.
• B)He wanted to annex Vietnam and establish a military base in Asia.
• C)He wanted to establish the United States as a world power.
• D)He was sure of his victory in South Vietnam.
• E)He wanted to demonstrate the strength of U.S. naval forces.

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Definitions:

Adenohypophysis

The anterior, glandular part of the pituitary gland responsible for the release of hormones.

Neurohypophysis

The posterior portion of the pituitary gland responsible for the storage and release of hormones like ADH and oxytocin.

Corticotropin

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex to release cortisol, involved in stress response.

Somatotropin

A growth hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.