Tag der Deutschen Einheit - Deutsch lernen

The video discusses the history of German Unity Day, tracing its origins from the formation of the German Empire in 1871 to the present day. It explains the various national holidays celebrated in Germany over time, including Sedan Day, the Weimar Republic's holiday, and the holidays during the National Socialist period. The video highlights the reunification of Germany on October 3, 1990, and the subsequent establishment of October 3 as the official German Unity Day. It also touches on the reasons why November 9 was not chosen as a national holiday due to its association with negative historical events. The video concludes with a description of modern celebrations of German Unity Day, including festivals held in different cities each year.

What was the name of the first German Empire founded in 1871?

• Weimar Republic

• Kaiserreich

• Holy Roman Empire

• German Confederation

During the Weimar Republic, on which date was the national holiday celebrated?

• October 7

• June 17

• August 11

• May 1

Which two German states celebrated their own national holidays after World War II?

• Bavaria and Saxony

• Prussia and Bavaria

• GDR and FRG

• Hesse and Baden-Württemberg

What significant event happened on November 9, 1989?

• The founding of the SS

• The start of World War II

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

Why was November 9th not chosen as a national holiday in Germany?

• It was the day Germany lost World War I

• It was associated with negative events from the Nazi era

• It was the day the Berlin Wall was built

• It was already a holiday in another country