Lesson 11: Consequence of Berlin Ultimatum and Berlin Wall

• What was the consequence of the Berlin Ultimatum in 1961?

  The building of the Berlin Wall
• What was one consequence of the Berlin Wall's construction?

  Many East Germans were killed
• How did the Berlin Wall affect families?

  It divided families between East and West
• What physical structures did the Berlin Wall cut through?

  Streets and buildings
• How did the West Berlin Fire Service assist East Germans?

  They provided blankets for escape
• What features were included in the construction of the Berlin Wall?

  A double wall with 'no man's land'
• What was found in 'no man's land' of the Berlin Wall?

  Minefields, barbed wire, lookout towers
• What did the Berlin Wall symbolize?

  The divide between Capitalist West and Communist East
• How long did the Berlin Wall stand?

  Almost 30 years
• What was the impact of the Berlin Wall on Europe?

  Europe was completely divided
• How did the Berlin Wall affect American alliances?

  It helped strengthen American alliances
• What was significant about Kennedy's visit to Berlin in June 1963?

  He gained a better reputation
• How was Kennedy received during his visit to West Berlin?

  He was treated like a rock star
• What did Kennedy famously say during his speech in Berlin?

  'Ich bin ein Berliner'
• What did Kennedy's speech in Berlin signify about his stance on communism?

  He was not soft on communism
• What did Kennedy's travel to Berlin symbolize?

  His desire for West Berlin to remain part of the West
• How quickly was the Berlin Wall erected?

  It was erected quickly
• How many people were shot at the Berlin Wall?

  Over 130 people
• What was the significance of the escape stories in the first 2 months?

  They highlighted the desperation to flee
• When did the Berlin Wall fall?

  In 1989