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1
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What year did the Weimar Republic begin?

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1919

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True or False: The Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1918.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The economic crisis in Germany in the early 1920s was primarily caused by _____ payments.

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reparations

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What political party did Adolf Hitler lead?

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The National Socialist German Workers’ Party (NSDAP)

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What was the main purpose of the Dawes Plan, introduced in 1924?

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To restructure Germany’s reparations payments and stabilize its economy.

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Multiple Choice: What event marked the start of the Great Depression in Germany?

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The Wall Street Crash of 1929

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True or False: The Reichstag Fire occurred in 1933.

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True

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What was the Enabling Act of 1933?

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A law that allowed Hitler to enact laws without the Reichstag’s approval.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ Night is known for the violent attacks against Jews in November 1938.

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Kristallnacht

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What was the main aim of Nazi propaganda?

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To promote Nazi ideology and maintain public support for the regime.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key feature of Nazi economic policy?

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Autarky

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What year did Hitler become Chancellor of Germany?

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1933

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True or False: The Nuremberg Laws were designed to protect the rights of Jews.

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False

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What was the purpose of the Gestapo?

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To act as the secret police of Nazi Germany.

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Fill in the blank: The _____ Conference in 1942 discussed the implementation of the Final Solution.

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Wannsee

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What event marked the end of World War II in Europe?

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The unconditional surrender of Germany in May 1945.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a form of resistance against the Nazi regime?

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The White Rose movement

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What were the main components of Hitler’s foreign policy?

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Expansionism, militarism, and the pursuit of Lebensraum.

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True or False: The Munich Agreement allowed Germany to annex Czechoslovakia.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The _____ Pact was a non-aggression treaty between Germany and the Soviet Union.

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Molotov-Ribbentrop

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What was the impact of the Battle of Stalingrad on Germany?

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It marked the turning point in the war against the Soviet Union.

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Multiple Choice: What was the primary focus of the Nazi youth organizations?

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To indoctrinate German youth with Nazi ideology.

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What was the significance of the 1936 Berlin Olympics?

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It was used as a propaganda tool to showcase Nazi Germany.

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True or False: The Allied forces successfully invaded Germany on D-Day.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ Trials were held to prosecute major war criminals after World War II.
Nuremberg
26
What was Germany like before 1871?
Germany was divided into 39 states, each with their own leader, rules, and customs. The strongest of these states was Prussia.
27
What was Prussia's role in the unification of Germany?
Prussia aimed to unite the German states into one country and was involved in several wars for territory.
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What was the Franco-Prussian War?
The Franco-Prussian War was fought between Prussia and France from 1870 to 1871, resulting in Prussia's victory and the annexation of Alsace-Lorraine.
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What were the consequences of the Franco-Prussian War for France?
France was left embarrassed and furious at Germany, holding a grudge that lasted beyond World War I.
30
Who was the first Kaiser of unified Germany?
The first Kaiser of unified Germany was the Prussian Kaiser, with Otto Von Bismarck as Chancellor.
31
Who became Kaiser in 1888?
Wilhelm II became Kaiser in 1888 at the age of 29.
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What was Wilhelm II's relation to Britain's royal family?
Wilhelm II was the grandson of Britain's Queen Victoria and the cousin of Britain's future king, George V.
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What was Wilhelm II's ambition for Germany?
Wilhelm II dreamed of making Germany as great as Britain, starting with industrialisation.
34
How did Germany's industrial output compare to Britain's by 1913?
By 1913, Germany was producing more iron and steel and as much coal as Britain, dominating in electrical goods and chemicals.
35
What was Wilhelm II's personality like?
Wilhelm II was energetic, charming, and kind, but also impatient and rude.
36
What was a notable action taken by Wilhelm II regarding ministers?
Wilhelm II often sacked ministers who did not comply with his wishes, including the beloved Chancellor Otto Von Bismarck in 1890.
37
What was Germany like before 1871?
Germany was divided into 39 states, each with their own leader, rules, and customs. The strongest of these states was Prussia.
38
What was Prussia's role in the unification of Germany?
Prussia aimed to unite the German states into one country and was involved in several wars for territory.
39
What was the Franco-Prussian War?
The Franco-Prussian War was fought between Prussia and France from 1870 to 1871, resulting in Prussia's victory and the annexation of Alsace-Lorraine.
40
What were the consequences of the Franco-Prussian War for France?
France was left embarrassed and furious at Germany, holding a grudge that lasted beyond World War I.
41
Who was the first Kaiser of unified Germany?
The first Kaiser of unified Germany was the Prussian Kaiser, with Otto Von Bismarck as Chancellor.
42
Who became Kaiser in 1888?
Wilhelm II became Kaiser in 1888 at the age of 29.
43
What was Wilhelm II's relation to Britain's royal family?
Wilhelm II was the grandson of Britain's Queen Victoria and the cousin of Britain's future king, George V.
44
What was Wilhelm II's ambition for Germany?
Wilhelm II dreamed of making Germany as great as Britain, starting with industrialisation.
45
How did Germany's industrial output compare to Britain's by 1913?
By 1913, Germany was producing more iron and steel and as much coal as Britain, dominating in electrical goods and chemicals.
46
What was Wilhelm II's personality like?
Wilhelm II was energetic, charming, and kind, but also impatient and rude.
47
What was a notable action taken by Wilhelm II regarding ministers?
Wilhelm II often sacked ministers who did not comply with his wishes, including the beloved Chancellor Otto Von Bismarck in 1890.
48
What caused shortages in Germany during WW1?
The British used their large navy to stop supply ships getting to Germany, leading to terrible shortages of food, medicines, and clothing.
49
What did 500 women do in 1915 in Germany?
They gathered in front of the German parliament buildings and expressed their desire for their men back from the trenches.
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What happened in Berlin a year after the women's gathering?
10,000 workers assembled to shout, 'Down with war with the government!'
51
What was the state of Germany by 1918?
Germany was close to collapse, with people surviving on turnips and bread, and a deadly flu epidemic killing thousands.
52
What did General Ludendorff advise the Kaiser?
He advised that Germany could never win the war and suggested that the Kaiser share more power with the German parliament.
53
What changes did the Kaiser make in response to Ludendorff's advice?
He allowed the main political parties to form a new government and transferred some of his powers to the Reichstag.
54
What happened on 28 October 1918 involving the German navy?
The navy was ordered to attack British ships, but sailors refused to follow orders.
55
How did the mutiny spread among sailors?
News of their mutiny spread, leading other sailors in nearby ports to also refuse orders.
56
What support did the sailors receive during the mutiny?
Workers in the towns supported them, and soldiers sent to deal with the protests joined the sailors and workers.
57
What was established in towns across Germany during the chaos?
Workers' and soldiers' councils were set up to govern cities like Hamburg and Munich.
58
What happened to the Kaiser on 9 November 1918?
He abdicated and secretly left Germany, never to return.
59
Who took over leadership of Germany after the Kaiser?
Friedrich Ebert, the leader of Germany's largest political party (the SPD), took the Kaiser's place temporarily.
60
What promise did Friedrich Ebert make to the German people?
He promised to hold elections soon and to give the people an end to the war.
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When did Germany surrender in WW1?
Germany surrendered on 11 November 1918, marking the end of the First World War.

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