Question

Select all that apply.
Why were U.S.-Soviet relations strained during the Carter presidency?

Carter violated the Camp David Accords.
Carter refused to sign the Helsinki Accords.
Carter supported Soviet dissidents who spoke out against the Soviet regime.
The Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan.

Answer 1

The main reason US-Soviet relations were strained during the Carter presidency was because of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. The US strongly objected to the invasion, and even boycotted the Olympics held that year in protest.

Answer 2

a