Why is 16 February 1918 called the 'Restoration of the State' and 11 March 1990 the 'Restoration of Independence'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The first restored the medieval state, the second ended the Soviet occupation
- Step 1: Lithuanians see their modern state as a continuation of the medieval Grand Duchy. Step 2. In 1918 they restored it, and in 1990 they restored its independence after the Soviet occupation. Answer: restored state in 1918, restored independence in 1990. Why not the others: The other options give wrong causes or wrong periods.
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