Question

4. Which of the following increased tension between America and the Soviet Union after World War II? (5 points) The Soviets refused to allow elections in Eastern European nations. The Soviets insisted on having veto power in the United Nations. The United States refused to recognize communism as a legitimate form of government. The United States conducted nuclear explosive tests in the atmosphere above the Soviet Union.

Answer 1

Answer:

The Soviets refused to allow elections in Eastern European nations.

Explanation:

After World War II, the European nations were divided into influence zones. The Eastern nations felt in the hands of the Soviet Union which introduced communism as a political regime. In these nations, it was not possible to have an election because, according to Communism, the State is the one that "chooses" the leaders.