Question

What was the main point of disagreement regarding the Berlin Crisis in 1961?

A. Soviet leaders asked for permission to build the Berlin Wall.
B. Soviet leaders wanted complete control of Berlin.
C. U.S. leaders wanted complete control of Berlin.
D. U.S. leaders pushed for free and open election in all of Berlin.

Answer 1

The Berlin Crisis in 1961 was caused by Russia demanding that the Western Powers withdraw from Berlin - which was surrounded by Russian-controlled land, corresponding to today's Brandenburg (a federal state).

The correct answer is:
B. Soviet leaders wanted complete control of Berlin