Nazi Propaganda

Question 1

What was the focus of Nazi propaganda?

Answer 1

Communists

Nazis targeted communists as a primary enemy in their propaganda efforts.

Question 2

What violent action did the Nazis take against communists?

Answer 2

Used violence against them

The Nazis were known for their aggressive suppression of communist groups.

Question 3

What was the Red Front Fighters League?

Answer 3

A communist paramilitary organization

This league was opposed by the Nazis, who viewed it as a threat.

Question 4

What significant economic issue did the German Chancellor encourage?

Answer 4

Inflation

Inflation was exacerbated by the reparations imposed by the Treaty of Versailles.

Question 5

What were the reparations Germany had to pay according to the Treaty of Versailles?

Answer 5

£6.6 billion

These reparations were a significant burden on the German economy.

Question 6

What type of government did the Nazis establish?

Answer 6

One party state

This was achieved through the banning of all political parties except the Nazis.

Question 7

What was the role of the Gestapo?

Answer 7

Secret police force

The Gestapo was responsible for enforcing Nazi laws and suppressing opposition.

Question 8

Who was Joseph Goebbels?

Answer 8

Nazi Propaganda Chief since 1928

He became the Propaganda Minister in 1933 and was a key figure in Nazi media control.

Question 9

List some organizations under Goebbels’ control.

Answer 9

• Press
• Radio
• Film
• Literature
• Theatre
• Music
• Fine Arts

Goebbels had a wide-ranging influence over many forms of media.

Question 10

What method did the Nazis use to close leftist newspapers?

Answer 10

Decree for Protection of the People and State

This decree allowed for the suppression of opposition media.

Question 11

How many daily newspapers did the Nazis own by December 1933?

Answer 11

27 Daily Newspapers

These newspapers had a combined circulation of 2.4 million papers per day.

Question 12

What was Hitler’s belief regarding radio versus written word?

Answer 12

Spoken word is more important than written word

This belief influenced their election campaign strategies.

Question 13

By 1939, what percentage of households in Germany had radios?

Answer 13

70%

This was the highest percentage in the world at that time.

Question 14

What was Goebbels’ view on the impact of films?

Answer 14

Films can work on subconscious and reinforce prejudices

Goebbels believed films could subtly influence public opinion.

Question 15

How many feature films were produced in Germany from 1933 to 1945?

Answer 15

Over 1000 feature films

This included a variety of genres, although only a small percentage were directly political.

Question 16

What was the main message promoted in Nazi films?

Answer 16

‘Blood and soil’

This concept emphasized the relationship between race and land, along with demonizing Jews and Communists.

Question 17

What was a significant propaganda event held by the Nazis?

Answer 17

Nuremberg Rallies

These rallies were massive spectacles that showcased Nazi power and unity.

Question 18

How many copies of Mein Kampf were sold by 1939?

Answer 18

5.2 million copies

The book was widely distributed, including being given to newlyweds and soldiers.

Question 19

Which propaganda method was considered the most effective?

Answer 19

Newspapers

Newspapers were already a primary source of news, allowing rapid spread of Nazi ideas.

Question 20

Which propaganda method was considered the least effective?

Answer 20

Literature

There were few Nazi literary works, making it less impactful compared to other methods.

Question 21

How could Nazi propaganda potentially work against the regime?

Answer 21

______

This question encourages critical thinking about the limitations and risks of propaganda.