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America in the Bush Years — Unit test

Question 13 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

What was notable about the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia? Select two options.It was provoked by union strikes.The protest leader initially opposed it.The protests were largely nonviolent.It began suddenly with mass protests.The communist leader resigned peacefully.

Answer
A
It was provoked by union strikes.
B
The protest leader initially opposed it.
C
The protests were largely nonviolent.
D
It began suddenly with mass protests.
E
The communist leader resigned peacefully.

Explanation

The Velvet Revolution was notable for its largely nonviolent demonstrations and strikes. It also brought a peaceful transfer of power: communist leader Gustáv Husák resigned, and the opposition took part in a negotiated transition. The protests were not provoked by union strikes; they began with student demonstrations after a police crackdown.

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