Gordievsky's Espionage and Legacy

The video narrates the story of Oleg Gordievsky, a KGB officer who became disillusioned with the Soviet system during the Prague Spring. By 1973, he was promoted within the KGB but secretly collaborated with MI6, providing them with top-secret intelligence. Gordievsky set specific conditions for his espionage activities, including no payment for secrets. His tenure in Denmark ended in 1978, marking the conclusion of a significant chapter in his espionage career.

What event in 1968 significantly influenced Gordievsky's decision to defect?

• The Hungarian Revolution

• The Berlin Wall construction

• The Prague Spring

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

By 1973, what position did Gordievsky hold within the KGB?

• Foreign Affairs Minister

• Chief of Operations

• Deputy of Political Intelligence

• Head of KGB

Which country did MI6 collaborate with to recruit Gordievsky?

• Norway

• Denmark

• Germany

• France

What was one of the conditions Gordievsky set for working with MI6?

• He required a safe house in London

• He wanted a large sum of money

• He demanded a new identity

• He was never to be followed or photographed

How long did Gordievsky provide intelligence to the British?

• Two years

• Four years

• Six years

• Eight years

What was the impact of Gordievsky's end of posting in Denmark on MI6?

• They lost a minor asset

• They gained a new recruit

• They were unaffected

• They lost one of their greatest assets

What was Gordievsky's status after his diplomatic posting to the West ended?

• He became a public figure

• He returned to the Soviet Union

• He was forgotten

• He was recognized as a British spy

What was Gordievsky's legacy as a spy?

• He was seen as a traitor by all

• He was a double agent for the Soviet Union

• He was a hero to one nation and a traitor to another

• He was never recognized for his work

Which intelligence service did Gordievsky work with as a double agent?

• BND

• Mossad

• MI6

• CIA