Question

part b
choose two details from the passage to support the answer in part a.
“now the cost of the four - year plan was $13 billion, which translates into more than $120 billion today.” (paragraph 2)
“we’re going to continue to require you to help us rebuild the very enemies that you have spent years trying to defeat.” (paragraph 2)
“it’s almost unimaginable that the case was made, that the political environment accepted that case and understood what it meant for us.” (paragraph 2)
“it preempted the westward creep of communism. it helped us lay the foundation for winning the cold war.” (paragraph 3)
“some of you have told me you will be there as we try to help rebuild a country devastated by tyranny and war to achieve sustainable economic growth.” (paragraph 4)

Explanation:

The passage discusses the Marshall Plan and its impacts such as preempting communism and helping win the Cold - War, as well as its application in modern - day rebuilding efforts. These details can support an answer about the significance of the Marshall Plan.

Answer:

1. "It preempted the westward creep of communism. It helped us lay the foundation for winning the Cold War." (paragraph 3)
2. "Some of you have told me you will be there as we try to help rebuild a country devastated by tyranny and war to achieve sustainable economic growth." (paragraph 4)