On what day is the Slovak National Uprising remembered as a national holiday?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 29 August
- Step 1: The uprising began on 29 August 1944. Step 2. The date is a public holiday called the Anniversary of the Slovak National Uprising. Answer: 29 August. Why not the others: 1 January is the Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic, 5 July is for Cyril and Methodius, and 17 November is the Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day.
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