Berlin Blockade Flashcards

1
Q

What year did the Berlin Blockade begin?

A

1948

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2
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True or False: The Berlin Blockade was a response to the introduction of the Deutsche Mark in West Germany.

A

True

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3
Q

Fill in the blank: The Berlin Blockade lasted for _____ months.

A

11

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4
Q

Which two major powers were primarily involved in the Berlin Blockade?

A

The Soviet Union and the United States

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5
Q

What was the primary purpose of the Berlin Blockade?

A

To restrict access to West Berlin and force the Western Allies to abandon it.

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6
Q

Multiple Choice: What method did the Allies use to supply West Berlin during the blockade? A) Ground troops B) Airlift C) Sea transport D) Diplomacy

A

B) Airlift

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7
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What was the name of the operation conducted by the Allies to supply West Berlin during the blockade?

A

Operation Berlin Airlift

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8
Q

True or False: The Berlin Blockade ended without any military conflict.

A

True

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9
Q

What date did the Berlin Blockade officially end?

A

May 12, 1949

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10
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Short Answer: What was one significant long-term effect of the Berlin Blockade?

A

It solidified the division of East and West Germany.

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