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What was one major consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?
What was one major consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?
- It assigned blame for World War I to Germany (correct)
- It enabled Germany to expand its military
- It restored the monarchy
- It encouraged economic prosperity
How did hyperinflation in the 1920s impact the German population?
How did hyperinflation in the 1920s impact the German population?
- It led to widespread job creation
- It drastically reduced people's savings (correct)
- It fostered economic stability
- It increased the value of savings
What significant event occurred as a result of the Wall Street Crash in 1929?
What significant event occurred as a result of the Wall Street Crash in 1929?
- The establishment of the Weimar Republic
- A surge in economic prosperity
- The return of the Kaiser
- The rise in Nazi party membership (correct)
Which propaganda strategy was used by the Nazis to gain public support?
Which propaganda strategy was used by the Nazis to gain public support?
What was one reason for Hindenburg's decision to appoint Hitler as Chancellor?
What was one reason for Hindenburg's decision to appoint Hitler as Chancellor?
Which of the following was NOT a contributing factor to the outbreak of World War II?
Which of the following was NOT a contributing factor to the outbreak of World War II?
Which ideology did Hitler propagate while imprisoned?
Which ideology did Hitler propagate while imprisoned?
What characterized the economic situation in Germany during the Great Depression?
What characterized the economic situation in Germany during the Great Depression?
What ideology was central to Germany's desire for territorial expansion prior to World War II?
What ideology was central to Germany's desire for territorial expansion prior to World War II?
Which event marked the beginning of World War II?
Which event marked the beginning of World War II?
What was the primary reason Britain and France decided to pursue a policy of appeasement towards Hitler?
What was the primary reason Britain and France decided to pursue a policy of appeasement towards Hitler?
What significant military event in 1940 demonstrated Britain's capability to safeguard its forces?
What significant military event in 1940 demonstrated Britain's capability to safeguard its forces?
Which of the following actions did Germany take that was a direct violation of the Treaty of Versailles?
Which of the following actions did Germany take that was a direct violation of the Treaty of Versailles?
What was the outcome of the Munich Conference in September 1938?
What was the outcome of the Munich Conference in September 1938?
In what year did Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor occur, subsequently bringing the USA into World War II?
In what year did Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor occur, subsequently bringing the USA into World War II?
Which two countries played crucial roles in defeating Germany by 1945?
Which two countries played crucial roles in defeating Germany by 1945?
What were the Nuremberg Laws primarily aimed at achieving?
What were the Nuremberg Laws primarily aimed at achieving?
Which event is referred to as Kristallnacht?
Which event is referred to as Kristallnacht?
What was one key component of the Final Solution as discussed in 1942?
What was one key component of the Final Solution as discussed in 1942?
How did anti-Semitism manifest in Germany post-World War I?
How did anti-Semitism manifest in Germany post-World War I?
What was the main action carried out by Einsatzgruppen during the Holocaust?
What was the main action carried out by Einsatzgruppen during the Holocaust?
Flashcards
Appeasement
Appeasement
The policy of giving in to an aggressor's demands to avoid war, even if it means sacrificing territory or principles.
Lebensraum
Lebensraum
The belief that Germany needed more living space for its people, often at the expense of other nations.
Remilitarization of the Rhineland
Remilitarization of the Rhineland
The re-militarization of the Rhineland by Germany in 1936, a direct violation of the Treaty of Versailles, demonstrated Germany's growing power and disregard for international agreements.
Anschluss
Anschluss
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Evacuation of Dunkirk
Evacuation of Dunkirk
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Battle of Britain
Battle of Britain
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Operation Barbarossa
Operation Barbarossa
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Attack on Pearl Harbor
Attack on Pearl Harbor
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Treaty of Versailles
Treaty of Versailles
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Hyperinflation in Germany (1920s)
Hyperinflation in Germany (1920s)
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Nazi Party
Nazi Party
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Mein Kampf
Mein Kampf
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Wall Street Crash and Great Depression
Wall Street Crash and Great Depression
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Nazi Propaganda
Nazi Propaganda
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Political Maneuvering
Political Maneuvering
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President Hindenburg's Decision
President Hindenburg's Decision
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What impact did the Nuremberg Laws have on Jewish people?
What impact did the Nuremberg Laws have on Jewish people?
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What was Kristallnacht and why did it happen?
What was Kristallnacht and why did it happen?
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What were ghettos during the Holocaust?
What were ghettos during the Holocaust?
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What was the 'Final Solution' and how was it put into action?
What was the 'Final Solution' and how was it put into action?
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What were the Einsatzgruppen and what was their role in the Holocaust?
What were the Einsatzgruppen and what was their role in the Holocaust?
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Study Notes
German Expansion and WWII
- German speakers in countries like Austria and Czechoslovakia presented conflict potential, due to living space (lebensraum) policies.
- Germany strived to rearm quickly, violating Treaty of Versailles.
- Anschluss: Germany united with Austria in 1938.
- Failure of appeasement: Britain and France chose not to stop Hitler, despite his breaking rules, believing it would prevent further conflict. This policy of appeasement involved allowing Hitler what he wanted to avoid conflict.
- Rhineland reoccupation (1936): Hitler re-militarized the Rhineland, breaking the Treaty of Versailles.
Key Events Leading to WWII
- Munich Agreement (1938): A deal where Hitler was allowed to take the Sudetenland region of Czechoslovakia, under the promise that he would not take any more territory. This agreement was a direct result of the appeasement policy.
- Czechoslovakia invasion (1939): Germany took over the rest of Czechoslovakia despite the agreement.
- Invasion of Poland (September 1939): Germany invaded Poland, triggering WWII and the declaration of war by Britain and France.
Key Events During WWII
- Western Europe campaign (1939-1940): Germany gained control over much of western Europe, including France.
- Dunkirk evacuation (1940): The British army was evacuated from Dunkirk, France resulting in an embarrassing retreat for Britain.
- Battle of Britain (1940): The RAF (Royal Air Force) successfully defended Britain from the Luftwaffe (German Air Force) attacks, preventing a German invasion.
- Blitz: German bombing of British cities.
- Battle of Pearl Harbor (1941): Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor brought the USA into WWII.
- Soviet Union (USSR) involvement: The USSR's contribution to defeating Germany proved crucial.
- German defeat (1945): Germany was eventually defeated.
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Explore the key events and policies that led to Germany's aggressive expansion before and during World War II. This quiz covers significant moments such as the Anschluss, the Munich Agreement, and the invasion of Poland. Test your knowledge on how these events contributed to the outbreak of a global conflict.