Question 153
What happened on May 8, 1945?
Deutsch: Was war am 8. Mai 1945?
Answer options
- End of World War II in Europe✓ Correct answer
- Death of Adolf Hitler
- Election of Konrad Adenauer as Federal Chancellor
- Beginning of the construction of the Berlin Wall
Explanation
The question refers to an important date in German and European history in the 20th century. Several historical events are put to choose from, which are far apart in time. In order to find the right answer, it is helpful to have a basic knowledge of the course of the Second World War, the post-war period in Germany, as well as significant political developments such as changes of government or the Cold War.
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