Hungarian Revolution and Soviet Control

The video explores the Hungarian Revolution of 1956, detailing its causes, the uprising, and the Soviet response. Initially, Hungary faced repression due to its alliance with Nazi Germany and economic struggles. The revolt began with student demands and escalated with Soviet intervention. Imre Nagy's appointment as prime minister led to temporary Soviet withdrawal, but Hungary's move towards neutrality prompted a harsh Soviet retaliation. The revolution ended with a new pro-Moscow government, and despite calls for help, the West did not intervene, focusing instead on the Suez Crisis.

What was one of the main reasons for Hungary's repressive government in the 1950s?

• Alliance with France

• Alliance with the United States

• Alliance with China

• Alliance with Nazi Germany

What was a significant consequence of Hungary's involvement in the Stalinist five-year plan?

• Economic prosperity

• Food shortages and economic ruin

• Increased political freedom

• Military expansion

What event on October 23, 1956, marked the beginning of the Hungarian Revolution?

• The election of a new president

• The students' armed revolt

• The withdrawal of Soviet troops

• The signing of a peace treaty

Who was appointed as the Prime Minister of Hungary on October 24, 1956?

• János Kádár

• Imre Nagy

• Nikita Khrushchev

• Joseph Stalin

What significant announcement did Imre Nagy make on November 1, 1956?

• Hungary would declare war on the Soviet Union

• Hungary would become a monarchy

• Hungary would join the Warsaw Pact

• Hungary would withdraw from the Warsaw Pact

What was the Soviet Union's response to Hungary's declaration of neutrality?

• They accepted the decision

• They withdrew all troops

• They increased economic aid

• They launched a military intervention

Who led the new government established after the Soviet intervention in Hungary?

• Nikita Khrushchev

• János Kádár

• Imre Nagy

• Joseph Stalin

Why did the West not intervene in the Hungarian Revolution?

• They were unaware of the situation

• They lacked military resources

• They were preoccupied with the Suez Canal crisis

• They supported the Soviet Union

What was the impact of the Hungarian Revolution on Soviet control in Eastern Europe?

• It strengthened Soviet control

• It led to the collapse of the Soviet Union

• It showed the need for reform

• It resulted in increased Western influence

What was the role of the United Nations in the Hungarian Revolution?

• They supported the Hungarian government

• They imposed sanctions on the Soviet Union

• They debated the issue but did not intervene

• They sent peacekeeping forces