The Rise and Fall of Communism in Hungary: A Journey to Democracy

The video covers Hungary's political landscape post-WWII, highlighting Soviet influence and the rise of communism. It details Ference Naji's resistance against communist control and the eventual consolidation of power by the Hungarian Communist Party. The narrative progresses through the Cold War era, where Hungary became part of the Eastern Bloc, and concludes with the country's transition to democracy in 1990, marking the end of communist rule and the beginning of a Western-style parliamentary democracy.

What was the outcome of the 1945 elections in Hungary?

• The elections were canceled by the Soviet Union.

• The Independent Smallholders Party won the majority.

• The Communist Party formed a government alone.

• The Hungarian Workers Party won the majority.

What was Ference Naji's role in the Hungarian government?

• He was a Soviet commander.

• He was a leader of the Christian Democrats.

• He was a member of the Communist Party.

• He was the Prime Minister.

What tactics did the communists use to undermine the coalition government?

• They held free elections.

• They used salami tactics to discredit non-communist leaders.

• They formed alliances with Western countries.

• They increased economic aid to Hungary.

What significant event occurred in Hungary on August 31, 1947?

• The Soviet Union withdrew its troops.

• The Hungarian Communists won more seats in the election.

• The Iron Curtain was lifted.

• Ference Naji became Prime Minister.

What was the political status of Hungary between 1948 and 1989?

• It was a democratic republic.

• It was a neutral state.

• It was part of the Western Bloc.

• It was under communist control.

When did Hungary hold its first free parliamentary election after the communist era?

• In 1990

• In 1991

• In 1947

• In 1989

Which party won the majority in Hungary's first free election in 1990?

• The Hungarian Workers Party

• The Liberal Democratic Forum

• The Communist Party

• The Christian Democrats