The Berlin Wall: A Symbol of Division

Description: The Berlin Wall was a guarded concrete barrier that divided Berlin from 1961 to 1989. Constructed by the German Democratic Republic (GDR, East Germany) starting on 13 August 1961, the Wall completely cut off (by land) West Berlin from surrounding East Germany and from East Berlin.
Number of Questions: 14
Created by:
Tags: cold war berlin wall germany history
Attempted 0/14 Correct 0 Score 0

When was the Berlin Wall constructed?

  1. 1945

  2. 1961

  3. 1989

  4. 1991


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall was constructed on August 13, 1961, by the German Democratic Republic (GDR, East Germany).

What was the purpose of the Berlin Wall?

  1. To prevent East Germans from escaping to West Germany

  2. To protect East Germany from invasion by West Germany

  3. To control the flow of goods and people between East and West Germany

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall was constructed for a variety of reasons, including to prevent East Germans from escaping to West Germany, to protect East Germany from invasion by West Germany, and to control the flow of goods and people between East and West Germany.

How long did the Berlin Wall stand?

  1. 28 years

  2. 38 years

  3. 48 years

  4. 58 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall stood for 28 years, from 1961 to 1989.

How many people died trying to cross the Berlin Wall?

  1. Over 100

  2. Over 200

  3. Over 300

  4. Over 400


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The exact number of people who died trying to cross the Berlin Wall is unknown, but it is estimated that over 100 people died.

What was the name of the famous speech that Ronald Reagan gave in front of the Berlin Wall in 1987?

  1. Tear down this wall!

  2. I have a dream

  3. Ask not what your country can do for you

  4. Four freedoms


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In 1987, Ronald Reagan gave a famous speech in front of the Berlin Wall in which he said, "Tear down this wall!"

When was the Berlin Wall finally torn down?

  1. November 9, 1989

  2. December 9, 1989

  3. January 9, 1990

  4. February 9, 1990


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall was finally torn down on November 9, 1989.

What was the significance of the fall of the Berlin Wall?

  1. It marked the end of the Cold War

  2. It led to the reunification of Germany

  3. It inspired democratic revolutions throughout Eastern Europe

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The fall of the Berlin Wall had a profound impact on the world. It marked the end of the Cold War, led to the reunification of Germany, and inspired democratic revolutions throughout Eastern Europe.

What is the Berlin Wall Memorial?

  1. A museum dedicated to the history of the Berlin Wall

  2. A monument to the victims of the Berlin Wall

  3. A park that was once the site of the Berlin Wall

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall Memorial is a museum, monument, and park that is dedicated to the history of the Berlin Wall and the victims of the Berlin Wall.

How many visitors does the Berlin Wall Memorial receive each year?

  1. Over 1 million

  2. Over 2 million

  3. Over 3 million

  4. Over 4 million


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall Memorial receives over 3 million visitors each year.

What is the most popular tourist attraction at the Berlin Wall Memorial?

  1. The East Side Gallery

  2. The Checkpoint Charlie Museum

  3. The Berlin Wall Documentation Center

  4. The Topography of Terror


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The East Side Gallery is the most popular tourist attraction at the Berlin Wall Memorial. It is a 1.3-kilometer-long section of the Berlin Wall that is covered in colorful graffiti.

What is the Berlin Wall Trail?

  1. A hiking trail that follows the route of the Berlin Wall

  2. A bike trail that follows the route of the Berlin Wall

  3. A running trail that follows the route of the Berlin Wall

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall Trail is a hiking, biking, and running trail that follows the route of the Berlin Wall.

How long is the Berlin Wall Trail?

  1. 160 kilometers

  2. 180 kilometers

  3. 200 kilometers

  4. 220 kilometers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Berlin Wall Trail is 160 kilometers long.

How many people use the Berlin Wall Trail each year?

  1. Over 100,000

  2. Over 200,000

  3. Over 300,000

  4. Over 400,000


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Over 300,000 people use the Berlin Wall Trail each year.

What is the most popular section of the Berlin Wall Trail?

  1. The East Side Gallery

  2. The Checkpoint Charlie Museum

  3. The Berlin Wall Documentation Center

  4. The Topography of Terror


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The East Side Gallery is the most popular section of the Berlin Wall Trail. It is a 1.3-kilometer-long section of the Berlin Wall that is covered in colorful graffiti.

- Hide questions