In December 1963 violence broke out between the two communities. What happened in the following months?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Turkish Cypriot community withdrew from many government posts
- Step 1: After the violence of December 1963 the 1960 constitution broke down. Step 2. Beginning in late 1963 the Turkish Cypriots withdrew from the government, and the UN sent a peacekeeping force in March 1964. Answer: The Turkish Cypriot community withdrew from many government posts. Why not the others: The British army did not divide the island, Cyprus did not join NATO and no new constitution was agreed.
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