Hungarian Revolution of 1956

In 1956, Hungarians revolted against Soviet control, marking the first armed uprising in the Eastern Bloc. Angered by political changes and inspired by events in Poland, Hungarian students demanded reforms. Protests escalated, leading to Soviet military intervention. Despite a temporary ceasefire and political concessions, the Soviets ultimately crushed the resistance, executing leaders like Imre Nagy. The uprising's failure delayed Hungary's return to democracy until 1989.

What event on October 23, 1956, marked the beginning of the Hungarian Revolution?

• The signing of a peace treaty

• A student protest against communist rule

• The election of a new president

• The withdrawal of Soviet troops

What was one of the demands made by Hungarian students on October 22, 1956?

• Expansion of agricultural policies

• Introduction of a new currency

• Increase in military spending

• Withdrawal of Soviet troops

How did the Hungarian government initially respond to the protests on October 23, 1956?

• By increasing military presence in rural areas

• By declaring martial law

• By reinstating Imre Nagy as Prime Minister

• By negotiating with the United Nations

What role did Radio Free Europe play during the Hungarian Revolution?

• It organized military strategies

• It encouraged the army and police not to fire on protesters

• It broadcasted government propaganda

• It provided financial aid to the rebels

What significant political change did Nagy announce on October 30, 1956?

• The creation of a new constitution

• The dissolution of the parliament

• The establishment of a new monarchy

• The end of single-party rule

What was Hungary's response to the Warsaw Pact during the revolution?

• Hungary decided to strengthen its ties

• Hungary declared its withdrawal

• Hungary requested more military support

• Hungary proposed a new treaty

What was the Soviet Union's reaction to Hungary's withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact?

• They accepted the decision peacefully

• They launched a military attack on Budapest

• They sought diplomatic negotiations

• They imposed economic sanctions

What was the outcome of the Soviet attack on Budapest in November 1956?

• The revolution succeeded

• Resistance was crushed within a week

• A peace treaty was signed

• The United Nations intervened

Who took control of Hungary after the revolution was suppressed?

• Imre Nagy

• László Rajk

• János Kádár

• Ferenc Nagy

What was the long-term impact of the Hungarian Revolution on the country's political landscape?

• Formation of a new monarchy

• Integration into the European Union

• Decades of communist rule under János Kádár

• Immediate return to democracy