week 5 quiz- The end of the Cold War Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Berlin wall pulled down? and what did it symbolise?
A
9th November 1989. It symbolised the end of the Cold war.
2
Q
when and where was the end of the Cold war also confirmed?
A
1989 Malta Summit
3
Q
What happened to the Romanian leader in 1989?
A
He is overthrown, and executed after anti-communist demonstrations.
4
Q
What was the revolt in Czechoslovakia about? and Who then was in charge?
A
A successful attempt to overthrow communist government. Havel was appointed.
5
Q
What happened to the Warsaw pact in 1990, and 1991?
A
Countries stop military support. Warsaw pact is ended in 1991.
