The Fall of Communism: Crash Course European History

The video explores the impact of historical events on Europe, focusing on the fall of communism, the Yugoslav Wars, and the expansion of the European Union. It discusses the challenges faced by Eastern European countries during the transition to democracy and the economic and social changes that followed. The video also examines the integration of Europe through the EU and the rise of localism in response to globalization.

What historical event does the narrator compare the current pandemic to?

• The Renaissance

• The Black Death

• World War II

• The Industrial Revolution

What was a major consequence of the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe?

• Increased government control

• Privatization of state assets

• Expansion of agricultural lands

• Rise of new monarchies

Who was the leader responsible for ethnic cleansing in Yugoslavia during the 1990s?

• Vladimir Putin

• Angela Merkel

• Josip Broz Tito

• Slobodan Milosevic

Which countries joined NATO after the fall of communism?

• Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland

• Norway, Sweden, Finland

• France, Germany, Italy

• Spain, Portugal, Greece

What was the common currency introduced by the European Union?

• Franc

• Euro

• Dollar

• Pound

What was a criticism of the European Union's policies?

• Reducing cultural exchanges

• Promoting isolationism

• Emphasizing corporate profits over worker well-being

• Encouraging military expansion

What was a significant drawback of EU membership for some communities?

• Expansion of fishing territories

• Imposition of fishing cuts

• Decline in fish population

• Increased fishing quotas

How did some Eastern Europeans feel about joining the EU?

• They were indifferent

• They felt like equal partners

• They felt like poor cousins

• They were unanimously enthusiastic

What was a sign of prosperity in Eastern Europe after joining the EU?

• Decline in consumerism

• Reduction in shopping malls

• Rise in ownership of freezers and cell phones

• Decrease in car sales

What phenomenon rose in response to globalism in the late 20th century?

• Increased nationalism

• Hyper localism

• Technological stagnation

• Cultural homogenization