The Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) was a significant event in the history of Spain and Europe. It was a conflict between the Republicans, who were loyal to the democratically elected government, and the Nationalists, who were led by General Francisco Franco. The war had far-reaching consequences, including the rise of fascism in Europe and the beginning of World War II. This quiz will test your knowledge of the key events, people, and outcomes of the Spanish Civil War.
Which political party won the 1936 election in Spain and was overthrown in a military coup?
Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE)
People's Party (PP)
Republican Left (IR)
Spanish Confederation of the Autonomous Right (CEDA)
Who led the Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War?
Joan Miro
Pablo Picasso
Salvador Dali
Francisco Franco
Which side was supported by the Soviet Union during the Spanish Civil War?
Nationalists
Republicans
Anarchists
None of the above
Who wrote the novel For Whom the Bell Tolls, which was inspired by his experiences in the Spanish Civil War?
Ernest Hemingway
F. Scott Fitzgerald
William Faulkner
John Steinbeck
What was the name of the Nationalist air force that bombed the town of Guernica in 1937?
SS
Blackshirts
SA
Condor Legion
Which country officially declared neutrality during the Spanish Civil War, but supported the Nationalists?
Italy
France
Portugal
Switzerland
What was the name of the government that was formed by the Republicans during the Spanish Civil War?
National Front
United Front
Popular Front
Democratic Front
Which country provided military aid to the Republicans during the Spanish Civil War?
Germany
Italy
Soviet Union
United States
Who famously said I am a soldier, I have no other goal, no other interest, than the profession of arms during the Spanish Civil War?
Francisco Franco
Emilio Mola
Jose Millan Astray
Miguel de Unamuno
What was the name of the international brigade that fought on the Republican side during the Spanish Civil War?
Blue Brigade
Red Brigade
Green Brigade
Yellow Brigade
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