Question

1. according to the text, which of the following factors was a risk posed by \the threat of the communist revolutionary ho chi minh\ (paragraph 2)?

a. the \domino theory\ of communism
b. french colonization of vietnam
c. separating north and south vietnam
d. the rise of support for capitalism

1. how does the quote by walter cronkite in paragraph 10 contribute to the central ideas of the text? — \we should be very careful believing that what we think is right in america is necessarily right for the rest of the world.\

Explanation:

1. The "threat" of Ho Chi Minh was associated with the spread - of communism as per the "Domino theory" which was a concern during the Cold - War era. French colonization was not a risk posed by Ho Chi Minh. Separating North and South Vietnam was more a result of political decisions rather than a risk from Ho Chi Minh. The rise of support for capitalism was not related to the "threat" of Ho Chi Minh.
2. Walter Cronkite's quote challenges the American exceptionalist view, suggesting that American values and ideas may not be universal. It contributes to the central idea by highlighting the need for cultural relativism and understanding that different countries may have different values and needs.

Answer:

1. A. the "Domino theory" of communism
2. It challenges the American - centric view and promotes cultural relativism by suggesting American ideas may not be right for the world.