Lithuania's Path to Independence from the USSR

What was a significant factor that led Lithuania to consider independence from the USSR in the late 1980s?

• A thriving Soviet economy

• Increased trust in the Soviet government

• The collapse of the Warsaw Pact

• A strong military presence in Lithuania

How did the USSR initially respond to Lithuania's declaration of independence?

• By ignoring the declaration

• By sending troops to Lithuania

• By imposing economic sanctions

• By immediately recognizing it

What was the impact of the sanctions imposed by the USSR on Lithuania?

• Immediate recognition of independence by other countries

• Increased support for the Soviet government

• Severe economic damage and lowered living standards

• Improved economic conditions

Which country was among the first to recognize Lithuania's sovereignty, encouraging others to follow?

• United Kingdom

• United States

• Iceland

• France

What event in August 1991 raised concerns about potential Soviet military action in Lithuania?

• The collapse of the Berlin Wall

• The signing of a new Soviet constitution

• Gorbachev's visit to Lithuania

• An attempted coup against Gorbachev