Cold War: This was a period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and United States, two superpowers after World War II. Reagan's presidency saw significant events in this era, like his famous "Tear down this wall!" speech.
Iran-Contra Affair: This was a political scandal during Reagan's second term where senior officials secretly facilitated the sale of arms to Iran, which was under an arms embargo. It's like if your school principal secretly allowed vending machines (banned due to health policy) in exchange for better student behavior.
Star Wars (SDI): Officially known as Strategic Defense Initiative, it was proposed by Reagan to use ground-based and space-based systems to protect America from attacks by strategic nuclear ballistic missiles. Imagine it as a protective shield around your school preventing any troublemakers from entering.