What was the original purpose of nato (north atlantic treaty organization)?
a) to prevent another world war
eliminate
b) to create free trade between all nations
c) to provide for a defense pact against possible soviet attack
d) to form a 10-year plan for the economic recovery of western europe

  C) To provide for a defense pact against possible Soviet attack

Explanation: When, after the Second World War, the Soviet Union began with its influence in the Eastern European countries, and the introduction of communist regimes in those countries, Western Allies saw the danger of a possible spread of Communism. So in 1949, NATO was formed, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, to ensure collective security and to respond to the influence of the Soviet Union. NATO consisted of United States, Canada and several Western European countries. Today, the number of member states is much higher.

assessment is the missing word

i would say your answer is a)

sorry if im wrong