How did Soviet leader Joseph Stalin respond to Truman's revelation that the US had a "new weapon of great power" in July 1945?
a. He was in disbelief.
b. He simply nodded.
c. He congratulated Truman.
d. He stormed out in anger.
Answer: b. He simply nodded.
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