10 Questions
In 1956, people in Hungary began to protest against their lack of ______ rights and problems caused by shortages of fuel and food.
political
The tough Communist leader ______ was replaced in July by Gero in an attempt to control the situation.
Rakosi
Nagy believed that within a Communist regime there should still be ______ freedoms.
personal
On 1 November 1956, Nagy announced that Hungary would leave the ______ Pact.
Warsaw
The protests called for greater freedom and the end of the hated Communist ______ police (the 'AVO').
secret
Khrushchev stated that if the USSR departed from Hungary, it would give a great boost to the ______ and French.
Americans
Nagy believed that Khrushchev's criticisms of ______ would lead to a softer approach.
Stalin
The USSR imposed control and the tough Communist ______ replaced Nagy.
Kadar
The Hungarians fought back and begged the ______ and the West for help through radio broadcasts.
USA
The Soviet Union refused to allow any action to help the Hungarians in the ______ Nations Security Council.
United
Explore the events leading up to the Hungarian Uprising of 1956, including the protests against the communist government and the economic struggles of the Hungarian people. Learn about the key figures and events that shaped this pivotal moment in Cold War history.
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