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Republic Of Fear Quiz: Test Your Knowledge Of East Germany
Try your luck at our 20 question quiz about East Germany and life in East Berlin - see how much you know about the Republic of Fear.
By Matt Robinson · 28/10/25 · 20 questions
Answer all 20 questions — we’ll reveal the correct answer and the story behind it as you go.
Question 1 of 20Score 0/0
The flag of East Germany featured which two objects surrounded by a wreath of corn?
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