The Fall of Khrushchev Flashcards
1
Q
How much had meat prices increased in Novocherkassk
A
30%
2
Q
What was on the signs of protesters in Novocherkassk
A
‘Cut up Khrushchev for sausages’
3
Q
How was the Novocherkassk massacre covered up
A
Main square covered in asphalt to hide blood
4
Q
How many people participated in mass demonstrations 1953-1964
A
500,000
5
Q
How did Khrushchev’s leadership style help his fall
A
He removed terror so no-one feared opposing him
Accused of meddling in areas he didn’t know about
Embarrassing behaviour at UN
6
Q
When was the Cuban Missile Crisis
A
October 1962
7
Q
What were Khrushchev’s reforms for the election of committee members
A
Every year 1/4 of them would stand for election
3 year term limits