Which of the following statements best describes Cuba’s reaction to the Cuban
Missile Crisis?
A. Cuba broke off all ties to the Soviet Union in order to appease the United States and
prevent further American retaliation.
B. Cuba became more hostile towards the U. S. with Castro threatening to use the
remaining nuclear weapons, though he never followed through on this threat.
C. Castro, upset with the Soviet Union’s retreat, began seeking international alliances
elsewhere and building his reputation as a leader in Cuba.
D. Castro, upset with the Soviet Union’s retreat, broke off support to Moscow and
immediately began to heal political rifts with the U. S.