Which of These Was Probably a Secondary Motive for the Marshall

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of these was probably a secondary motive for the Marshall Plan?

• A) the domino effect
• B) containment
• C) improving trade relations
• D) helping Europe rebuild

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