Task: write two paragraphs with 4-6 sentences each answering the following prompt:

What events during the Cold War had the biggest impact on the United States? You may discuss political, scientific or social events. 

Consider:

The Atomic Age
The Arms Race
The Space Race
Conflicts like the Bay of Pigs, Cuban Missile Crisis, Korea or Vietnam
Spread of Communism
The Red Scare
Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to help you see the influence the Cold War had on America and the World. 

Audience: my teacher

You are welcome to follow this suggested format:

First Event

Topic sentence:

Evidence (Describe or give direct quote):

Commentary (Explain why you think your event had a big impact):

Concluding Sentence

Second Event

Topic sentence:

Evidence (Describe or give direct quote):

Commentary (Explain why you think your event had a big impact):

Concluding Sentence