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What was the 'Velvet Divorce'?
What was the 'Velvet Divorce'?
When Hungary opened its borders, it created a 'hole' in the ____.
When Hungary opened its borders, it created a 'hole' in the ____.
iron curtain
What is the most likely reason the republics of Yugoslavia held together until the fall of communism?
What is the most likely reason the republics of Yugoslavia held together until the fall of communism?
If Serbia had used the term 'murder' rather than 'ethnic cleansing' to describe its actions against Muslims, it is likely that they would have:
If Serbia had used the term 'murder' rather than 'ethnic cleansing' to describe its actions against Muslims, it is likely that they would have:
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Look at this chart showing ethnic groups in Yugoslavia. If ethnic groups had been more equal in size, the most likely result would be that:
Look at this chart showing ethnic groups in Yugoslavia. If ethnic groups had been more equal in size, the most likely result would be that:
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What was the Berlin Wall?
What was the Berlin Wall?
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What happened in Poland in 1989?
What happened in Poland in 1989?
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After the fall of communism, the Yugoslavian republics began to:
After the fall of communism, the Yugoslavian republics began to:
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Why is Zina Hasanovic referred to as 'one of the lucky ones'?
Why is Zina Hasanovic referred to as 'one of the lucky ones'?
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The first step in the reunification of East and West Germany was uniting their:
The first step in the reunification of East and West Germany was uniting their:
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Study Notes
Velvet Divorce
- Czechoslovakia peacefully split into two independent countries, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, in 1993, known as the "Velvet Divorce."
Iron Curtain and Hungary
- Hungary's decision to open its borders in 1989 resulted in a significant breach of the "iron curtain," allowing East Germans to escape to the West.
Stability of Yugoslavia
- The key factor maintaining unity in Yugoslavia until communism's end was the powerful leadership of dictator Josep Tito, who effectively suppressed ethnic divisions.
Ethnic Cleansing Terminology
- If Serbia had labeled its actions against Muslims as "murder" instead of "ethnic cleansing," the likely outcome would have been unchanged in terms of their approach.
Ethnic Group Dynamics in Yugoslavia
- If ethnic groups in Yugoslavia had been more evenly distributed in size, it is probable that the Serbs would not have attempted to eliminate other ethnic groups.
Berlin Wall
- The Berlin Wall served as a physical barrier separating East Berlin from West Berlin, symbolizing the division between the communist and non-communist worlds.
Poland 1989 Elections
- In 1989, Lech Walesa emerged as the first freely elected president of Poland, highlighting the country's shift from communist rule.
Fragmentation of Yugoslavia
- Following the collapse of communism, the Yugoslavian republics began to break away and pursue independence from the federation.
Srebrenica Reference
- Zina Hasanovic is considered "one of the lucky ones" because she learned the fate of her husband, unlike many who never found out what happened to their loved ones during the conflict.
Reunification of Germany
- The initial step in the reunification process of East and West Germany involved aligning their economies, which laid the groundwork for political and social integration.
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Description
This quiz covers significant historical events in Eastern Europe, including the Velvet Divorce of Czechoslovakia, the fall of the Iron Curtain, and the dynamics of ethnic conflicts in Yugoslavia. Test your knowledge on how these events shaped the current geopolitical landscape of the region.
