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Communism and the Cold War — Test

Question 9 • World History and Geography

Why was the end to communism in Czechoslovakia termed the “Velvet Revolution”?

Answer
A
The transition was remarkably smooth.
B
Velvet was a symbol of Czechoslovakia.
C
The revolution was named for the group that led it.
D
The communist rulers were as soft and weak as velvet.

Explanation

The “Velvet Revolution” was called velvet because the transition from communist rule was largely peaceful and smooth, with little violence. So the correct choice is “The transition was remarkably smooth.”

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