Czechoslovakia's Velvet Divorce and Revolution

The video explores the history of Czechoslovakia, from its formation in 1918 to its peaceful split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia in 1993. It covers the initial unity of the Czech and Slovak people, the impact of World War II, the communist era, the Prague Spring, and the Velvet Revolution. The video concludes with the Velvet Divorce, explaining the cultural and political differences that led to the split.

What year was Czechoslovakia formed?

• 1945

• 1938

• 1920

• 1918

Which event marked the end of the Prague Spring?

• The Velvet Divorce

• The Velvet Revolution

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Soviet-led invasion

What was the Velvet Revolution primarily about?

• Industrialization

• Communist reforms

• Democratic protests

• Cultural revival

Who played a significant role in the Velvet Revolution?

• Tomas Masaryk

• Alexander Dubcek

• Vaclav Havel

• Gustav Husak

What was the Velvet Divorce?

• A cultural movement

• The separation of Czechoslovakia

• A political coup

• A peaceful protest

When did the Velvet Divorce officially occur?

• 1993

• 1990

• 1989

• 1991

What was a major reason for the split of Czechoslovakia?

• Natural disasters

• Foreign invasion

• Cultural and political differences

• Economic collapse

Which two countries emerged from the Velvet Divorce?

• Slovakia and Austria

• Czech Republic and Hungary

• Czech Republic and Slovakia

• Slovakia and Poland

What was a key factor in the decision to split Czechoslovakia?

• Economic sanctions

• Political decisions by leaders

• International pressure

• A public referendum

What was the relationship between the Czech and Slovak people before the split?

• Identical cultures

• Completely different languages

• Similar but distinct cultures

• Unified political views