Reagan's 'Tear Down This Wall' Speech
Behind me stands a wall that encircles the free sectors of this city, part of a vast system of barriers that divides the entire continent of Europe. . . . Standing before the Brandenburg Gate, every man is a German, separated from his fellow men. Every man is a Berliner, forced to look upon a scar. . . . As long as this gate is closed, as long as this scar of a wall is permitted to stand, it is not the German question alone that remains open, but the question of freedom for all mankind. . . . General Secretary Gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, if you seek liberalization, come here to this gate. Mr. Gorbachev, open this gate! Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!
Which of the following best describes the primary effect of President Ronald Reagan’s “Tear Down This Wall” speech on Cold War relations?
A
Facilitated increased diplomatic discussions aimed at de-escalating tensions between the West and the Soviet Union.
B
Led directly to the dismantling of barriers within Berlin by East German leadership.
C
Resulted in an immediate intensification of military standoffs between NATO allies and Warsaw Pact countries.
D
Prompted the instant commencement of processes for German reunification.
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