How the Great Depression, German-Soviet Pact Led to WWII: Interactive Quiz and Flashcards

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Which country did Japan invade in 1931?

Korea

China (correct)

Italy

France

Which of these was not a cause of WWII?

Great Britain and France tried to appease Hitler instead of stop him.

Some countries were practicing imperialism to expand their empires.

The Treaty of Versailles left many Germans angry and weakened the country’s economy.

Germany and Russia secretly agreed to invade France and split it amongst themselves. (correct)

How did Hitler assume total power as a dictator in Germany?

Hitler allied with Italy’s Mussolini giving Germany more power.

Hitler annexed Austria and Czechoslovakia.

The German people voted him as dictator.

The Reichstag was burned, and the Nazi Party was able to take control of the government. (correct)

How did the Great Depression and the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact lead to WWII? Include specific examples in your response.

The Great Depression caused economic hardship, leading to political instability and the rise of dictators like Hitler, Mussolini, and Tojo. The German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact allowed Hitler to avoid a two-front war, giving him more confidence to pursue aggressive expansion. Signup and view all the answers

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What was the policy of giving into the demands of a hostile country in the hope of maintaining peace known as?

Appeasement Signup and view all the answers

Which organization of countries was formed after the end of World War I and promised to work together to maintain peace?

League of Nations Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'fascist' refer to in the context of World War II?

Tyrannical leader Signup and view all the answers

What was the act of extending a country’s power through claiming additional lands known as?

Annex Signup and view all the answers

Who invaded Austria and Czechoslovakia before the start of World War II?

Hitler Signup and view all the answers

What was the mutual agreement between countries for mutual benefit known as?

Alliance Signup and view all the answers

Who was the dictator of Italy in 1925 and invaded Ethiopia in 1935?

Benito Mussolini Signup and view all the answers

Which country signed an alliance with Germany and agreed to invade and split Poland with Hitler?

Soviet Union Signup and view all the answers

What was the major cause of World War II according to the passage?

The devastation and problems from World War I Signup and view all the answers

Which country had to accept full blame for causing WWI according to the Treaty of Versailles?

Germany Signup and view all the answers

Who made himself dictator of Italy in 1925?

Benito Mussolini Signup and view all the answers

Which country did Italy invade in 1935?

Ethiopia Signup and view all the answers

Who led the Nazi Party in Germany?

Adolf Hitler Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Hitler become the supreme leader of Germany?

1934 Signup and view all the answers

What did Hitler blame for the burning of the Reichstag building?

The Communist Party of Germany Signup and view all the answers

"Fascist governments believed in a strong central government and strict control". What is the meaning of 'fascist' in this context?

'Fascist' refers to a strict and controlling government system. Signup and view all the answers

"Fascism was also embraced in Germany by the National Socialist German Workers Party, also known as the Nazis." What does 'Nazi' stand for?

'Nazi' stands for National Socialist German Workers Party Signup and view all the answers

What was the organization of countries who worked together to maintain peace after WWI?

The League of Nations Signup and view all the answers

What term is used for Japan's practice of expanding its empire?

Imperialism Signup and view all the answers

Who inherited the throne in Japan in 1926?

Emperor Hirohito Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason Japan invaded Manchuria in 1931?

To expand its territory and claim land rich with natural resources Signup and view all the answers

What event officially marked the beginning of World War II?

The invasion of Poland by Germany Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

Germany was almost bankrupt Signup and view all the answers

Which country fell to a fascist government in 1922?

Italy Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for Japan's invasion of Manchuria and seizing European colonies in the Pacific region?

To acquire the natural resources lacking in Japan as an island country Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact signed in August 1939?

It allowed Germany to invade Poland without worrying about fighting a war on two fronts Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the immediate consequences of the Great Depression?

Government instability and collapse in several nations Signup and view all the answers

What did Italy and Germany sign on May 22, 1939?

The Pact of Steel Signup and view all the answers

What did Hitler gain from sending political opponents to concentration camps?

Absolute control and elimination of dissent Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the reasons for Italy's invasion of Ethiopia in 1935?

To expand its territory and claim land rich with natural resources Signup and view all the answers

How did the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact affect the plans of France and Great Britain regarding Poland?

It led them to provide military support to Poland against any potential invasion by Germany Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main motivations behind the German annexation of Austria in 1938?

To expand territorial control and establish dominance in Central Europe Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the rise of fascist leaders to power?

The instability of existing governments and struggling economies Signup and view all the answers

Why did Japan invade Manchuria in 1931?

To gain control of natural resources for industrialization Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact signed in August 1939?

It allowed Germany to invade Poland without any opposition Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Axis Powers after World War II began?

To expand their empires and form alliances Signup and view all the answers

How did Hitler's signing of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact impact his invasion of Poland?

It allowed him to focus on fighting the Soviet Union during the invasion Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the official formation of alliances among Germany, Italy, and Japan?

Germany, Italy, and Japan signing the Pact of Steel Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributed to Japan's imperialism?

A lack of natural resources for industrialization Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the League of Nations' inability to stop Japan & Italy have on Hitler's actions?

It made Hitler grow bolder as he realized democratic nations wanted to avoid war Signup and view all the answers

What was the main consequence of Great Britain and France declaring war on Germany after Hitler invaded Poland?

The start of World War II Signup and view all the answers

What led to Italy's invasion of Ethiopia in 1935?

The policy of making concessions to avoid war Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

World War II Causes and Events

Japan invaded Manchuria in 1931.
The policy of giving into the demands of a hostile country in the hope of maintaining peace is known as appeasement.
The League of Nations was formed after World War I to promote peace and security.
The term 'fascist' refers to a strong central government with strict control, as seen in Italy and Germany.
Benito Mussolini was the dictator of Italy, invaded Ethiopia in 1935, and made himself dictator in 1925.
Adolf Hitler was the leader of the Nazi Party in Germany, became supreme leader in 1934, and blamed communists for the burning of the Reichstag building.
Germany signed an alliance with Italy and agreed to invade and split Poland with Hitler.
The major cause of World War II was the aggressive actions of fascist and nationalist governments.
Germany had to accept full blame for causing WWI according to the Treaty of Versailles.

World War II Alliances and Events

Italy and Germany signed the Pact of Steel on May 22, 1939.
The German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact was signed in August 1939, which allowed Germany to invade Poland without worrying about Soviet interference.
The event that officially marked the beginning of World War II was Germany's invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939.
The main consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany was accepting full blame for causing WWI and paying heavy reparations.
Japan's imperialism was driven by a desire to expand its empire and access new resources.
The German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact allowed Germany to invade Poland, and France and Great Britain declared war on Germany.
The primary goal of the Axis Powers after World War II began was to expand their territories and dominate Europe and Asia.

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Questions and Answers

Which country did Japan invade in 1931?

Which of these was not a cause of WWII?

How did Hitler assume total power as a dictator in Germany?

How did the Great Depression and the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact lead to WWII? Include specific examples in your response.

What is the main purpose of the individual license received upon purchasing the product?

According to the Terms of Use (TOU), who is allowed to use this resource without purchasing the proper number of licenses?

What is the consequence of violating the terms mentioned in the Terms of Use (TOU)?

Which of the following is NOT allowed according to the Terms of Use (TOU)?

What should be done in order to use this product for an entire grade level, school, or district?

What is the intended use of this product according to the Terms of Use (TOU)?

What was the policy of giving into the demands of a hostile country in the hope of maintaining peace known as?

Which organization of countries was formed after the end of World War I and promised to work together to maintain peace?

What does the term 'fascist' refer to in the context of World War II?

What was the act of extending a country’s power through claiming additional lands known as?

Who invaded Austria and Czechoslovakia before the start of World War II?

What was the mutual agreement between countries for mutual benefit known as?

Who was the dictator of Italy in 1925 and invaded Ethiopia in 1935?

Which country signed an alliance with Germany and agreed to invade and split Poland with Hitler?

What was the major cause of World War II according to the passage?

Which country had to accept full blame for causing WWI according to the Treaty of Versailles?

Who made himself dictator of Italy in 1925?

Which country did Italy invade in 1935?

Who led the Nazi Party in Germany?

In which year did Hitler become the supreme leader of Germany?

What did Hitler blame for the burning of the Reichstag building?

"Fascist governments believed in a strong central government and strict control". What is the meaning of 'fascist' in this context?

"Fascism was also embraced in Germany by the National Socialist German Workers Party, also known as the Nazis." What does 'Nazi' stand for?

What was the organization of countries who worked together to maintain peace after WWI?

What term is used for Japan's practice of expanding its empire?

Who inherited the throne in Japan in 1926?

What was the main reason Japan invaded Manchuria in 1931?

What event officially marked the beginning of World War II?

What was the immediate consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

Which country fell to a fascist government in 1922?

What was the main reason for Japan's invasion of Manchuria and seizing European colonies in the Pacific region?

What was the significance of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact signed in August 1939?

What was one of the immediate consequences of the Great Depression?

What did Italy and Germany sign on May 22, 1939?

What did Hitler gain from sending political opponents to concentration camps?

What was one of the reasons for Italy's invasion of Ethiopia in 1935?

How did the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact affect the plans of France and Great Britain regarding Poland?

What was one of the main motivations behind the German annexation of Austria in 1938?

What was the main reason for the rise of fascist leaders to power?

Why did Japan invade Manchuria in 1931?

What was the significance of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact signed in August 1939?

What was the primary goal of the Axis Powers after World War II began?

How did Hitler's signing of the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact impact his invasion of Poland?

Which event marked the official formation of alliances among Germany, Italy, and Japan?

What factor contributed to Japan's imperialism?

What impact did the League of Nations' inability to stop Japan & Italy have on Hitler's actions?

What was the main consequence of Great Britain and France declaring war on Germany after Hitler invaded Poland?

What led to Italy's invasion of Ethiopia in 1935?

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