The Ultimate - Toward A New Europe
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After the great depression and the many wars that Europe faced
there were a lot of things that had to be done to lift the continent
to its former glory. Take a trip down memory lane by taking this
quiz and learning of the highs and lows on the journey toward to
a new Europe.
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The Brezhnev era witnessed all of the following changes EXCEPT
- A.
The growth of the urban population.
- B.
Rapid expansion in the number of highly trained specialists.
- C.
Cultural and artistic freedom.
- D.
The growth of Soviet public opinion.
- E.
Participation of leading Soviet scientists and professionals in international communities of their disciplines.
Correct Answer
C. Cultural and artistic freedom.Explanation
During the Brezhnev era, there were several changes that occurred in the Soviet Union. The urban population grew significantly, with more people moving to cities for employment opportunities. There was also a rapid expansion in the number of highly trained specialists, as the government invested in education and science. Soviet public opinion also grew, with more people expressing their thoughts and opinions. Additionally, leading Soviet scientists and professionals actively participated in international communities of their disciplines, contributing to global knowledge and advancements. However, cultural and artistic freedom was not a characteristic of the Brezhnev era, as the government tightly controlled and censored artistic expression and cultural activities.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The workers at the Lenin Shipyards in Gdansk demanded all of the following EXCEPT
- A.
Dissolution of the Communist party.
- B.
The right to form free labor unions.
- C.
Economic reforms.
- D.
Freedom of speech.
- E.
The release of political prisoners.
Correct Answer
A. Dissolution of the Communist party.Explanation
The workers at the Lenin Shipyards in Gdansk demanded economic reforms, the right to form free labor unions, freedom of speech, and the release of political prisoners. However, they did not demand the dissolution of the Communist party.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Gorbachev's reforms included all of the following EXCEPT
- A.
Economic restructuring, called perestroika
- B.
Openness, or glasnost, by the government
- C.
Increased censorship and political control by the Communist Party
- D.
Free elections
- E.
Friendlier relations with the United States
Correct Answer
C. Increased censorship and political control by the Communist PartyExplanation
Gorbachev's reforms included economic restructuring, openness (glasnost), free elections, and friendlier relations with the United States. However, increased censorship and political control by the Communist Party was not part of his reforms.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which country's "Velvet Revolution" peacefully ousted the communist government from power in just ten days?
- A.
Poland
- B.
Czechoslovakia
- C.
Hungary
- D.
East Germany
- E.
Romania
Correct Answer
B. CzechoslovakiaExplanation
In 1989, Czechoslovakia experienced a peaceful revolution known as the "Velvet Revolution." This revolution led to the ousting of the communist government from power in just ten days. The people of Czechoslovakia protested against the oppressive regime, demanding democracy and freedom. The revolution was characterized by non-violent demonstrations, strikes, and civil resistance. The communist government eventually gave in to the demands of the people, leading to the end of their rule.Rate this question:
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The only Eastern bloc country that responded to the pro-democracy movement of 1989 with bloody repression was
- A.
Poland
- B.
Czechoslovakia
- C.
Hungary
- D.
East Germany
- E.
Romania
Correct Answer
E. RomaniaExplanation
Romania is the correct answer because it was the only Eastern bloc country that responded to the pro-democracy movement of 1989 with bloody repression. In December 1989, the Romanian government under Nicolae Ceaușescu violently cracked down on protests, leading to the deaths of hundreds of people. This event, known as the Romanian Revolution, ultimately led to the overthrow of Ceaușescu's regime and the establishment of a democratic government in Romania.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The fall of this iconic symbol of repression signaled the end of communism in which country?
- A.
Poland
- B.
The Soviet Union
- C.
Hungary
- D.
East Germany
- E.
Romania
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D. East GermanyExplanation
The fall of the iconic symbol of repression, which refers to the Berlin Wall, marked the end of communism in East Germany. The Berlin Wall was constructed by the East German government to prevent its citizens from fleeing to the West. Its fall in 1989 symbolized the reunification of East and West Germany and the collapse of the communist regime in East Germany.Rate this question:
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Political violence and armed conflict in the first and last decades of the twentieth century resulted from disputes over the status of what territory?
- A.
Alsace-Lorraine
- B.
Poland
- C.
Belgium
- D.
Romania
- E.
Bosnia
Correct Answer
E. BosniaExplanation
Political violence and armed conflict in the first and last decades of the twentieth century resulted from disputes over the status of Bosnia. This region had a complex history of ethnic and religious tensions, which eventually led to conflict. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo in 1914, which sparked World War I, was a significant event in the region's history. Additionally, the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 1990s resulted in a brutal war in Bosnia, as different ethnic groups fought for control and independence.Rate this question:
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- 8.
This cartoon symbolizes which of the following?
- A.
The Soviet Union's war against Afghanistan
- B.
The Gulf War between the United States and Iraq
- C.
The end of the Cold War between the US and the USSR
- D.
The unification of West and East Germany
- E.
The Maastricht Treaty
Correct Answer
D. The unification of West and East GermanyExplanation
The cartoon symbolizes the unification of West and East Germany. This can be inferred from the image, which shows a wall being broken down, representing the dismantling of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of the two Germanys.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Boris Yeltsin was
- A.
One of the hard-line leaders who kidnapped Mikhail Gorbachev
- B.
The leader who declared Russia independent from the Soviet Union
- C.
The leader of the reunited Germany
- D.
The leader of Serbia who tried to unite Serbs into a
- E.
The leader of the Kosovo Liberation Army
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B. The leader who declared Russia independent from the Soviet UnionExplanation
Boris Yeltsin was the leader who declared Russia independent from the Soviet Union. This event took place on December 25, 1991, when Yeltsin, as the President of the Russian Federation, signed the Belavezha Accords, which dissolved the Soviet Union and established the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Yeltsin played a crucial role in the political and economic transformation of Russia during the 1990s.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The Maastricht Treaty of 1991
- A.
Ended the Cold War
- B.
Reunited Germany
- C.
Recognized Croatian independence
- D.
Recognized the dissolution of the Soviet Union
- E.
Set up a plan for creating a European monetary union with a single currency
Correct Answer
E. Set up a plan for creating a European monetary union with a single currencyExplanation
The Maastricht Treaty of 1991 set up a plan for creating a European monetary union with a single currency. This means that the treaty laid the groundwork for the creation of the Euro, which is the common currency used by many European countries today. The treaty established the criteria and timeline for countries to adopt the Euro and created the institutions necessary for its implementation, such as the European Central Bank. The Maastricht Treaty was a significant step towards economic integration in Europe and the establishment of a common currency.Rate this question:
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