Consolidation and analysis
Berlin was the sharpest flashpoint of the Cold War. The Wall worked as policy but failed as propaganda — a tension worth holding onto for the fall of the Wall in a later lesson.
Q1. Name the two German states created in 1949 and the bloc each belonged to.
Q2. Complete the table contrasting the two Germanys.
| Feature | West Germany (FRG) | East Germany (GDR) |
|---|---|---|
| Politics | ||
| Economy | ||
| Alignment |
Q3. Explain why the East German regime built the Berlin Wall in 1961.
Q4. "The Berlin Wall was a sign of communist strength." To what extent do you agree? Support your answer with evidence.