Protests East and West: Crash Course European History

The video explores European history from the 1950s to the 1970s, focusing on the '30 glorious years' of post-war prosperity and the subsequent rise of activism and protests. It covers student movements, the Prague Spring, and feminist activism, highlighting the challenges and changes in society. The video concludes with reflections on the impact of these movements.

What were the '30 Glorious Years' in Europe characterized by?

• Economic decline and social unrest

• A return to pre-war conditions

• Dramatic improvements in quality of life

• Isolation from global events

Which movement emerged in the 1950s due to concerns over nuclear fallout?

• Environmental Protection Movement

• Civil Rights Movement

• Ban The Bomb Movement

• Greenpeace Movement

What was a significant influence on European student movements in the 1960s?

• The rise of digital technology

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Industrial Revolution

• The decolonization process

What was a key demand of the 1968 student protests in France?

• More traditional European curriculum

• Support for right-wing newspapers

• Increased consumerism

• Rejection of colonial wars

What was the Prague Spring known for?

• Increased censorship

• Economic isolation

• A return to strict communist policies

• Socialism with a human face

How did Czechoslovakian citizens resist Soviet control in 1968?

• By covering tanks with graffiti

• By forming a new political party

• By organizing peaceful marches

• By increasing industrial production

What was a common issue faced by women in Europe during the feminist movements?

• Equal representation in politics

• Segmentation of the labor force

• Access to higher education

• Freedom of speech

What did Simone de Beauvoir argue about gender roles?

• Men are treated as the norm

• Women should lead all movements

• Men and women are naturally equal

• Gender roles are irrelevant

What was a significant outcome of the feminist movements in Europe?

• The end of all gender discrimination

• The decline of women's participation in the workforce

• The passage of an Equal Pay Act in Britain

• The establishment of a new political system

What was a challenge faced by Soviet feminists?

• Excessive government support

• Lack of political meetings

• Achieving true equality

• Overrepresentation in science