Nazis Control Flashcards
(43 cards)
Who was the leader of Germany from 1934?
Hitler
Hitler was referred to as ‘Fuhrer’ during this time.
What was the main goal of Hitler in 1934?
Create a one-party state
This involved ensuring complete obedience to Hitler.
What was Hitler’s main weapon against his opponents?
The SS (the schuztaffel)
The SS grew into a large organization responsible for terrorizing the German population.
What was the main task of the SS (schutzaffel)
Terrorize German people into obedience
SS officers arrested people and imprisoned them without trial.
What happened to Jews, communists, and others who opposed the Nazis?
They were taken to concentration camps
In these camps, people were tortured and forced to do hard labor.
Which police force was feared the most by ordinary German people?
The Gestapo
The Gestapo was Hitler’s secret police and was known for its surveillance tactics.
What was a common fear among the German population under Nazi rule?
Arrest for criticizing Hitler
The Gestapo had informers, creating a climate of fear.
Who was appointed Minister for Propaganda by Hitler?
Joseph Goebbels
Goebbels was responsible for controlling the information available to the public.
Fill in the blank: No books were to be published without _______ permission.
Goebbels’s
This was part of the strict controls over media imposed by the Nazis.
What happened to anti-Nazi newspapers?
They were closed down
This was part of the propaganda efforts to control public opinion.
What type of films were shown in cinemas during Nazi rule?
Only films carrying the Nazi message
This ensured that cinema contributed to Nazi propaganda.
What was prohibited in regards to foreign media?
Listening to foreign radio stations
This was to prevent outside influence and control the narrative.
What did the Nazis display all over Germany?
Posters showing Nazi greatness and attacking enemies
These posters were part of the propaganda effort.
What events were organized to show the strength of the Nazi party?
Rallies and parades
These events were designed to demonstrate Nazi power and unity.
True or False: The Gestapo only focused on political opponents.
False
The Gestapo targeted anyone who criticized the regime, creating widespread fear.
What was a significant consequence of the terror methods used by the Nazis?
Deaths in concentration camps became common
This highlighted the brutal repression of dissent.
What was the primary focus of history lessons in schools under Nazi Germany?
The rise of the Nazis and the evils of communism
This curriculum was designed to instill loyalty to the Nazi regime.
What concept was taught in biology classes regarding the Germanic people?
The superiority of the Aryan race over other races
This was part of the Nazi ideology.
What happened to teachers who did not support Nazi ideas?
They were sacked
This ensured that only pro-Nazi ideology was taught in schools.
What organization were all young people required to join starting in 1936?
Hitler Youth
This organization was intended to indoctrinate youth with Nazi values.
What activities did the Hitler Youth involve for teenagers?
Marching in parades, playing in bands, camping, sports, and singing
These activities were designed to foster a sense of community and national pride.
What were boys in the Hitler Youth trained for?
Obedient service and loyalty in the armed forces
This was part of preparing them for military service.
What were girls in the Hitler Youth prepared for?
Their role as perfect German mothers
This emphasized traditional gender roles in Nazi ideology.
What was one major reason many working-class people did not support the Nazis before 1933?
High unemployment
This included six million ordinary Germans who were jobless.
