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The Treaty of ______ had very harsh punishments.
The Treaty of ______ had very harsh punishments.
Versailles
Hitler and the ______ promised to regain the glory of Germany.
Hitler and the ______ promised to regain the glory of Germany.
Nazis
The failure of the Weimar ______ led to Hitler's rise to power.
The failure of the Weimar ______ led to Hitler's rise to power.
Republic
The war declared in 1939, and the Americans entered the war after Japan bombed ______ in 1941.
The war declared in 1939, and the Americans entered the war after Japan bombed ______ in 1941.
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Representatives of 32 countries met at the Palace of Versailles in January ______ and drew up a peace settlement.
Representatives of 32 countries met at the Palace of Versailles in January ______ and drew up a peace settlement.
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The word 'holocaust' comes from the Latin word '______' which means 'whole burnt offering'.
The word 'holocaust' comes from the Latin word '______' which means 'whole burnt offering'.
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Hitler wrote ideas & policies for future in '______' (My Struggle).
Hitler wrote ideas & policies for future in '______' (My Struggle).
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The Great ______ of 1929 & effects on Germany.
The Great ______ of 1929 & effects on Germany.
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Economic situation improved under Chancellor ______.
Economic situation improved under Chancellor ______.
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Hitler was born on 20 April ______.
Hitler was born on 20 April ______.
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When Hitler was 14 his ______ died.
When Hitler was 14 his ______ died.
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Overproduction in agriculture resulted in ______ prices.
Overproduction in agriculture resulted in ______ prices.
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Negotiations took place for 6 months with the Big ______.
Negotiations took place for 6 months with the Big ______.
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The Treaty of Versailles was signed on 28 June ______, the day Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated.
The Treaty of Versailles was signed on 28 June ______, the day Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated.
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Kaiser Wilhelm II resigned and fled to the ______.
Kaiser Wilhelm II resigned and fled to the ______.
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Germany had to reduce troops to 100000 and the navy to ______ people.
Germany had to reduce troops to 100000 and the navy to ______ people.
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Before, Adolf Hitler was a poor artist who sold ______ cards on the street.
Before, Adolf Hitler was a poor artist who sold ______ cards on the street.
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Hyperinflation in the 1920s made German money ______.
Hyperinflation in the 1920s made German money ______.
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The League of Nations aimed to solve international disputes and prevent a future ______.
The League of Nations aimed to solve international disputes and prevent a future ______.
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Hitler blamed the Weimar Republic, Jews, and ______ for signing the peace treaty.
Hitler blamed the Weimar Republic, Jews, and ______ for signing the peace treaty.
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Study Notes
World War II
- The Treaty of Versailles had harsh punishments, which led to Hitler's rise to power and the promise to regain Germany's glory.
- The war declared in 1939, and the Americans entered the war after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941.
- The war ended in 1945.
- The Japanese committed atrocities against Chinese and Allied prisoners during the war.
The Rise of Nazi Germany
- Hitler promised to break the "chains of the Versailles Treaty" and bring back the glory and pride of Germans.
- He made Germans believe that Jews and Communists were responsible for their economic and political problems.
- Hitler had a gift for speeches and was a charismatic leader.
Background of Hitler's Life
- Born on April 20, 1889, in the small Austrian town of Braunau.
- His parents were poor peasants, and he was popular in primary school, showing leadership qualities.
- He was rejected from art school in Vienna, which fueled his hatred towards Jews.
- He joined the army in WWI, earning an Iron Cross for bravery.
- He joined the German Workers' Party (Nazis) and became its leader.
The Treaty of Versailles (1919)
- Representatives of 32 countries met at the Palace of Versailles to draw up a peace settlement, excluding Germany.
- The treaty punished Germany, forcing them to reduce their military, give up colonies, and pay reparations.
- The treaty was signed on June 28, 1919, exactly five years after the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand.
The Weimar Republic
- The League of Nations was established to prevent future wars.
- Democracy started in Germany with the Weimar Republic.
- Kaiser Wilhelm II resigned and fled to the Netherlands.
- The Weimar Republic faced serious economic and political problems, which Hitler used to his advantage.
Hitler's Rise to Power
- Hitler was imprisoned for five years after the Beer Hall Putsch, but was released after nine months.
- He wrote "Mein Kampf" (My Struggle) during his imprisonment, outlining his ideas and policies.
- The Great Depression of 1929 affected Germany, and Hitler's popularity grew.
- He was released from prison and began to rebuild his party, eventually becoming Chancellor of Germany.
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Description
This quiz covers the events and causes leading up to World War II, including the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of Hitler and the Nazis, and the war's progression and atrocities. Test your knowledge of this pivotal moment in world history.
