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Unit Summary

In this unit pupils undergo a wider depth study which tells a story about a period that shaped the world we live in today: the Cold War. They look at the key events, developments, people and stories that defined the international relations in this Cold War period.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain the causes, events and consequences of the construction of the Berlin Wall.

Key Notes

• East Germany suffered from a 'brain drain'.
• Khrushchev produced the Berlin Ultimatum in 1958.
• The USSR constructed the Berlin Wall in 1961.
• The USA did not attempt to block the construction of the Berlin Wall.
• The USA used the Berlin Wall as a symbol in its propaganda.

Vocabulary To Learn

• refugee: someone who has been forced to leave their home country because of war, persecution, natural disaster, or violence, and seeks safety in another country
• propaganda: information, especially of a biased nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view
• espionage: acts related to spying
• ultimatum: a demand that if rejected will bring about an end of peaceful talks and could lead to forceful action
• unilaterally: a way of acting or making important decisions alone and without waiting for others to agree

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• The USA fought to prevent the construction of the Berlin Wall.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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