Exploring the Prague Spring and Its Impact on Czechoslovakia

The video explores the Prague Spring, a period of political liberalization in Czechoslovakia during 1968. It discusses the country's communist control since 1948, early signs of change in the 1960s, and the push for political reform led by economist Otis Seek. The video highlights the leadership change from Antonin Novotny to Alexander Dubcek, who introduced significant reforms known as 'socialism with a human face.' Despite Dubcek's assurances to remain within the communist framework, the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries invaded Czechoslovakia in August 1968 to halt the reforms. The aftermath saw a crackdown on liberalization, with lasting impacts until the end of the Cold War.

What year did Czechoslovakia start experiencing governmental reforms?

• 1968

• 1965

• 1963

• 1960

Who proposed significant economic reforms in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s?

• Antonin Novotny

• Otis Seek

• Leonid Brezhnev

• Alexander Dubcek

Which leader was replaced by Alexander Dubcek in 1967?

• Otis Seek

• Leonid Brezhnev

• Erich Honecker

• Antonin Novotny

What was the main goal of Dubcek's reforms introduced in 1968?

• To introduce socialism with a human face

• To transition to capitalism

• To strengthen communist control

• To dissolve the Warsaw Pact

Which countries expressed concerns over Czechoslovakia's reforms in 1968?

• USA, UK, France, Italy

• USSR, Bulgaria, East Germany, Hungary

• China, Romania, Albania, Bulgaria

• Poland, USSR, Romania, East Germany

What was the immediate consequence of the Warsaw Pact invasion in 1968?

• Economic sanctions from the West

• Strengthening of the communist regime

• Mass emigration from Czechoslovakia

• Dubcek's resignation

Which countries refused to participate in the 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia?

• East Germany and Bulgaria

• Romania and Albania

• Hungary and Poland

• USSR and Hungary

What was the international reaction to the invasion of Czechoslovakia?

• Immediate military response

• Limited due to distractions like the Vietnam War

• Economic sanctions

• Full support for Czechoslovakia

Who set themselves on fire in 1969 as a protest against the occupation?

• Jan Palach

• Antonin Novotny

• Otis Seek

• Alexander Dubcek

When did Czechoslovakia see significant reforms after the Prague Spring?

• 2000s

• 1990s

• 1980s

• 1970s