The Hungarian Revolution of 1956

Which of the following best describes the atmosphere and governance during Joseph Stalin's rule over the USSR?

• An era of democratic reforms and increased personal freedoms.

• A period marked by a pervasive cult of personality, purges, and the internment of millions in Gulags.

• A time of economic prosperity and open international relations.

• A system that encouraged collective resistance and strong community ties.

What was a significant outcome of Nikita Khrushchev's secret speech at the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union in February 1956?

• It led to immediate widespread democratic elections across the Eastern Bloc.

• It solidified Stalin's legacy as an unchallenged leader.

• It denounced Stalin's oppressive rule, human rights abuses, and cult of personality.

• It resulted in the immediate dissolution of the Warsaw Pact.

What two major military alliances were formed in response to the geopolitical tensions of the early Cold War?

• The Axis Powers and the Allied Forces.

• The United Nations and the League of Nations.

• NATO and the Warsaw Pact.

• The Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance.

What action did Imre Nagy announce on November 1, 1956?

• Hungary would expand the Warsaw Pact

• Hungary would declare neutrality and leave the Warsaw Pact

• Hungary would join NATO immediately

• Hungary would reinstate Stalinist policies

What was the ultimate fate of the Hungarian Uprising of 1956?

• It successfully established a multi-party democratic system with Western support.

• It led to Hungary's immediate withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact and neutrality.

• It was brutally crushed by Soviet troops, leading to arrests, executions, and displacement.

• It resulted in a peaceful transition of power and increased autonomy for Hungary.