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What was the primary reason for the persecution of Gypsies and blacks in Nazi Germany?
What was the primary reason for the persecution of Gypsies and blacks in Nazi Germany?
- They were seen as racial 'inferiors' who endangered the biological purity of the 'superior Aryan' race. (correct)
- Their economic success threatened the Aryan race.
- Their political beliefs clashed with Nazi ideology.
- They were accused of espionage against the German government.
In Nazi-occupied territories like Poland and parts of Russia, captured civilians were primarily forced to work as _____________.
In Nazi-occupied territories like Poland and parts of Russia, captured civilians were primarily forced to work as _____________.
- Slave labor (correct)
- Farmers
- Indentured servants
- Government officials
What historical precursor contributed to the Nazi hatred of Jews in Germany?
What historical precursor contributed to the Nazi hatred of Jews in Germany?
- Traditional Christian hostility towards Jews (correct)
- Jewish participation in German politics
- Ideological differences with Judaism
- Economic competition with Jewish merchants
Why were Jews often confined to living in areas called ghettos?
Why were Jews often confined to living in areas called ghettos?
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How did Hitler's views on the 'Jewish problem' differ from traditional Christian hostility towards Jews?
How did Hitler's views on the 'Jewish problem' differ from traditional Christian hostility towards Jews?
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