History Flashcards
(70 cards)
What year did World War I begin?
1914
What was the primary cause of the Russian Revolution?
Discontent with the autocratic rule of Tsar Nicholas II and the impact of World War I.
Which treaty ended World War I?
The Treaty of Versailles
True or False: Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of Germany in 1933.
True
What was the main ideology of Nazi Germany?
Fascism, characterized by totalitarianism, nationalism, and anti-communism.
Fill in the blank: The Russian Revolution occurred in _____ and led to the establishment of a communist government.
1917
What significant political change occurred in Britain after World War I?
Expansion of the electorate and the gradual establishment of a more democratic government.
Who was the leader of the Bolsheviks during the Russian Revolution?
Vladimir Lenin
Multiple Choice: What was the primary goal of the Nazi regime?
A) Establish a totalitarian state B) Promote democracy C) Support communism D) Encourage immigration
What was the purpose of the League of Nations?
To promote peace and prevent future conflicts after World War I.
True or False: The Weimar Republic was the government of Germany before the rise of the Nazi Party.
True
Which event is often cited as the immediate cause of World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Act of 1918 granted suffrage to women over the age of 30 in Britain.
Representation of the People
What was the outcome of the Russian Civil War?
The Bolsheviks established control over Russia and created the Soviet Union.
What economic crisis contributed to the rise of the Nazi Party?
The Great Depression
Multiple Choice: Which country was NOT a member of the Axis Powers during World War II?
A) Germany B) Italy C) United Kingdom D) Japan
What was the significance of the Munich Agreement in 1938?
It allowed Nazi Germany to annex parts of Czechoslovakia, a policy of appeasement.
True or False: The Bolshevik Revolution was a peaceful transfer of power.
False
What was the primary reason for mass immigration to Britain in the early 20th century?
Economic opportunities and escaping persecution.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Conference in 1919 set the terms for peace after World War I.
Paris Peace
What was the Night of Broken Glass (Kristallnacht)?
A violent pogrom against Jews in Nazi Germany on November 9-10, 1938.
Which political party led the opposition to Tsar Nicholas II in Russia?
The Bolshevik Party
Multiple Choice: What does the term ‘appeasement’ refer to in the context of World War II?
A) Military strategy B) Economic policy C) Diplomatic strategy to avoid conflict D) Social reform
What was the significance of the Battle of the Somme?
It was one of the largest battles of World War I, resulting in significant casualties.