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The Cold War and Its Effects — Test

Question 22 • Modern World History

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

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

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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