Hungarian History and Key Events

The video explores Hungary's history from early inhabitants like the Celts and Romans, through the medieval period marked by Mongol invasions, to the Renaissance and Ottoman conflicts. It covers the Austria-Hungary era, the impact of the World Wars, and the Treaty of Trianon. The narrative continues with Hungary's communist period, the 1956 revolution, and its modern development, including joining the EU.

Which group was most famous for their horseback assaults that terrorized Europe?

• The Avars

• The Huns

• The Romans

• The Celts

Who was crowned the first king of Hungary?

• Louis the Great

• Bela III

• Stephen I

• Arpad

What major event occurred in Hungary in 1241?

• The Mongol Invasion

• The Austro-Hungarian Compromise

• The Siege of Belgrade

• The Battle of Mohacs

Which ruler was known for constructing a defensive system of castles in Hungary?

• Stephen I

• Matthias Corvinus

• Charles I

• Bela IV

What was the outcome of the Battle of Mohacs in 1526?

• The Habsburgs gained control

• The Ottomans were defeated

• Hungary was split into three parts

• Hungary was unified

What was the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867?

• A dual monarchy agreement

• A peace treaty with the Ottomans

• A military alliance with Germany

• A cultural renaissance in Hungary

What significant event led to Hungary losing over 70% of its land in 1920?

• The Battle of Mohacs

• The Austro-Hungarian Compromise

• The Hungarian Revolution

• The Treaty of Trianon

Who was the leader that improved conditions in Hungary during the communist era?

• Matthias Corvinus

• Imre Nagy

• Bela IV

• Janos Kadar

What was a major outcome of the 1956 revolution in Hungary?

• Hungary joined the European Union

• The revolution was brutally crushed

• Hungary gained independence

• The monarchy was restored

Which puzzle became popular worldwide during Hungary's reform period in the 1980s?

• Crossword

• Rubik's Cube

• Sudoku

• Jigsaw Puzzle