The Rise of Dictators

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Which event contributed to the unpopularity of the Weimar Republic in Germany?

  • The rise of powerful dictators
  • The printing of money
  • The signing of the Treaty of Versailles (correct)
  • The economic depression

What was the main cause of hyper-inflation in Germany during the 1930s?

  • The printing of money (correct)
  • The signing of the Treaty of Versailles
  • The rise of powerful dictators
  • The economic depression

What role did powerful dictators play in causing World War II?

  • They caused the economic depression
  • They led Germany and Italy during the war (correct)
  • They signed the Treaty of Versailles
  • They contributed to the unpopularity of the Weimar Republic

Flashcards

Treaty of Versailles Impact

The Treaty of Versailles was a major reason why the Weimar Republic was unpopular in Germany.

German Hyperinflation Cause

The printing of money by the Weimar Republic caused hyper-inflation in Germany during the 1930s.

Dictators' Role in WWII

Dictators in Germany and Italy played a key role in starting World War II.

Study Notes

Weimar Republic Unpopularity

  • The event that contributed to the unpopularity of the Weimar Republic in Germany was the crushing burden of reparations imposed by the Treaty of Versailles after World War I.

Causes of Hyperinflation

  • The main cause of hyperinflation in Germany during the 1930s was the government's decision to print more money to pay the reparations, which led to a massive devaluation of the German mark and a drastic increase in prices.

Role of Dictators in World War II

  • Powerful dictators like Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and Joseph Stalin played a significant role in causing World War II by pursuing aggressive expansionist policies, violating international agreements, and forming alliances with other aggressive nations.
  • Hitler's aggressive militarism and territorial ambitions, particularly his invasion of Poland, ultimately triggered the war in Europe.

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