Berlin AIrlift

What was the Cold War?

• A military conflict that took place between 1945 and 1993

• A period of intense political and economic competition from 1945 to 1993

• A series of peace treaties established in the late 20th century

• An alliance formed between democratic and communist countries during the 20th century

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'A period of intense political and economic competition from 1945 to 1993' because the Cold War was characterized by rivalry and tension between the United States and its allies and the Soviet Union and its allies.

Which two ideologies were in opposition during the Cold War?

• Fascism and socialism

• Monarchy and republicanism

• Democratic capitalism and totalitarian communism

• Anarchism and imperialism

Answer explanation

During the Cold War, the two ideologies in opposition were democratic capitalism and totalitarian communism.

Into how many sectors was Germany divided by the Allies after World War II?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Answer explanation

Germany was divided into 4 sectors by the Allies after World War II, making the correct answer 4.

Which country controlled the eastern part of Germany after World War II?

• France

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Soviet Union

Answer explanation

The Soviet Union controlled the eastern part of Germany after World War II, as part of the division of Germany into four occupation zones.

Where was the capital city of Berlin located after the partition of Germany?

• In the French sector

• In the United States sector

• Deep within the Soviet sector

• Outside the occupation zones

Answer explanation

After the partition of Germany, the capital city of Berlin was located deep within the Soviet sector.

What year did the Soviet Union enact a complete military blockade of all land access to West Berlin?

• 1945

• 1946

• 1947

• 1948

Answer explanation

The Soviet Union enacted a complete military blockade of all land access to West Berlin in 1948.

What was the Soviet Union's response when the USA tried to support and strengthen West Berlin?

• They formed an alliance with West Berlin.

• They cut off the territory from the outside world.

• They provided economic aid to West Berlin.

• They removed all military forces from East Germany.

Answer explanation

The Soviet Union's response was to cut off the territory of West Berlin from the outside world.

What did the Soviet armies do in East Germany during the Berlin Crisis?

• They allowed free movement to and from West Berlin.

• They physically blocked all land access to West Berlin.

• They supported the USA's efforts in West Berlin.

• They withdrew from East Germany.

Answer explanation

The Soviet armies physically blocked all land access to West Berlin during the Berlin Crisis, restricting movement to and from the city.

How did the USA and its allies respond to the Soviet blockade of West Berlin?

• They complied with the Soviet demands.

• They negotiated a compromise with the Soviets.

• They refused to submit and made alternative plans to challenge the Soviets.

• They recognized East Germany as a sovereign state.

Answer explanation

The USA and its allies refused to submit and made alternative plans to challenge the Soviets, rather than complying with their demands or negotiating a compromise.

Which army moved into the area to enforce the blockade of West Berlin?

• The Blue Army

• The Green Army

• The Red Army

• The White Army

Answer explanation

The Red Army moved into the area to enforce the blockade of West Berlin.