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What significant action was taken against Jewish shops in March 1933?

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A boycott of Jewish shops was organized for one day

This was one of the first public acts of anti-Semitism by the Nazis.

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What law was enacted in April 1933 regarding public service?

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A law removed all Jewish and political opponents from public service

This was part of the broader strategy to eliminate Jews from positions of influence.

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What happened to Jewish school children in April 1933?

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The number of Jewish school children was reduced and controlled

This action aimed to segregate Jewish children from the education system.

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What action was taken in October 1933 regarding the media?

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Jews were removed from the media

This was part of the effort to control public perception and limit Jewish influence.

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What was the status of Jews in the army by May 1933?

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All Jews were removed from the army

This reflected the Nazis’ commitment to purifying the military.

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What were the Nuremberg Laws introduced in September 1935?

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Anti-Semitic Nuremberg Laws were introduced, including:
* The Reich citizen law
* Law for the protection of German Blood and German Honour

These laws institutionalized racial discrimination against Jews.

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What did the Reich citizen law declare?

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Only those of German or related blood were eligible to be German citizens

This law stripped Jews of their citizenship rights.

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What did the Law for the protection of German Blood and German Honour forbid?

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It forbade marriages and sexual relations between Jews and Germans

This law was designed to maintain the racial purity of the German population.

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What financial assistance was withdrawn in March 1936?

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Financial assistance for Jewish children was withdrawn

This was part of the broader economic persecution of Jews.

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What restriction was placed on Jewish teachers in October 1936?

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Jewish teachers were forbidden to teach non-Jewish children

This policy aimed to further isolate Jewish communities.

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What was the status of Jewish people in universities by 1937?

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Jewish people were unable to gain a university degree

This restriction limited educational opportunities for Jews.

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What happened to Jewish doctors in 1938?

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Jewish doctors lost their license to work

Soon, all lawyers and professional jobs also lost their rights to work.

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What requirement was imposed on Jews regarding their wealth in 1938?

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All Jews must tell the government how much wealth they have and where it is

This was part of the economic disenfranchisement of Jews.

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What name changes were required for Jewish women and men in 1938?

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Jewish women must have ‘Sara’ and Jewish men ‘Israel’ in their name

This was an attempt to further identify and stigmatize Jews.

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What mark did Jewish passports need to have in 1938?

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A red ‘Jew’ stamp must be in all Jewish passports

This facilitated the identification and persecution of Jews.

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What restrictions were placed on Jewish children in 1938?

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All Jewish children were banned from attending German schools

This segregated Jewish children from the rest of society.

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What signs indicated that certain public amenities were restricted in 1938?

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Park benches and shops were designated ‘for Aryans only’

This indicated the enforced segregation of Jews from the Aryan population.

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What distinctive clothing were Jews forced to wear?

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Jews were forced to wear distinctive clothing such as a Star on their clothes

This was a method of public identification and humiliation.

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What economic crisis occurred in February 1923?

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Hyperinflation

The government printed excessive amounts of money, leading to a drastic decrease in its value.

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What event did France undertake in March 1923 due to Germany’s inability to pay reparations?

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French invasion of parts of Germany

France took goods instead of money from Germany.

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What happened to Hitler in 1924-1925?

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He was sent to prison for trying to overthrow the government

This period increased his visibility, especially with the writing of ‘Mein Kampf’.

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What was the name of Hitler’s book written during his imprisonment?

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‘Mein Kampf’

The book outlined his thoughts and political ideology.

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What significant action did Hitler take in November 1923?

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He staged a ‘putsch’ in Munich

The attempt to overthrow the government failed, resulting in his imprisonment.

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What was the name of the first massive political rally held by the Nazis?

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Nuremburg Rally

This event aimed to attract people to the Nazi cause.

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What was the economic crisis that occurred in 1929 called?
'The Great Depression' ## Footnote This crisis led to increased unemployment in Germany.
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How many people were unemployed in Germany during the Great Depression?
4 million ## Footnote This was a significant increase in unemployment due to the economic crisis.
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What event occurred in February 1933 involving the Reichstag?
The Reichstag was set on fire ## Footnote The Nazis blamed the Communist party for this incident.
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What law did Hitler create in March 1933, and what did it allow him to do?
'Enabling Law' ## Footnote It allowed him to create laws in 'an emergency' and banned other political parties.
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What position was Hitler appointed to in January 1933?
Chancellor of Germany ## Footnote This followed the Nazi Party becoming the largest political party.
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What secret police force did Hitler create in April 1933?
Gestapo ## Footnote The Gestapo was established to capture political enemies.
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What was the first type of camp established by Hitler for political enemies?
Concentration camp ## Footnote This marked the beginning of systematic political repression.
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What year was Adolf Hitler born?
1889
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What was the nature of Hitler's childhood?
Unhappy due to a violent drunk father
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What did Hitler hope to become in Vienna?
An art student
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What happened to Hitler when he tried to become an art student?
He failed to get a place at college
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How did Hitler live while in Vienna?
Lived rough, doing odd jobs
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What major event changed Hitler's life?
The First World War
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What rank did Hitler achieve in the German army?
Lance-corporal
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What injury did Hitler sustain during the war?
Blinded in a British gas attack
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What did Hitler describe the war as?
The greatest of all experiences
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What was the state of Germany at the end of World War I?
In ruins
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Who fled to the Netherlands after World War I?
Kaiser Wilhelm
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What treaty caused bitterness in Germany?
The Treaty of Versailles
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What economic problems did Germany face after the war?
Huge price rises, unemployment, and hunger
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What did children in Germany use worthless banknotes for?
As toys
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Where did Hitler move after World War I?
Munich
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What position did Hitler hold in the Nazi party by 1922?
Leader
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What was the name of Hitler's private army?
Storm-troopers
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What was the goal of the Storm-troopers?
To beat up and terrorise opponents
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What was the Beer Hall Putsch?
Hitler's first attempt to seize power in 1923
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What was the outcome of the Beer Hall Putsch?
An embarrassing failure; Hitler was arrested
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What book did Hitler start writing while in prison?
Mein Kampf
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What does 'Mein Kampf' mean?
My struggle
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What is one key point from Mein Kampf regarding government?
Germany needs a strong government led by a single leader
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What does Hitler state about the German people in Mein Kampf?
The Germans are the master-race and must keep themselves pure
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Fill in the blank: No ______ may be members of the nation according to Hitler.
Jews
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What does Hitler claim about Jews in Mein Kampf?
They helped to bring about Germany's defeat in the First World War
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What year was Hitler released from prison?
1924 ## Footnote This marked the beginning of a five-year period where the Nazi party struggled to gain support.
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What major event in 1929 significantly impacted Germany?
A world economic depression ## Footnote This depression caused widespread hardship among various social classes in Germany.
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What did Hitler promise to the suffering Germans during the economic depression?
Easy solutions to difficult problems ## Footnote These promises helped increase his popularity among the populace.
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By what year had Hitler's Nazis become the largest single party in Germany?
1932 ## Footnote This was a significant turning point in Hitler's political ascendancy.
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Who appointed Hitler as Chancellor of Germany?
President Hindenburg ## Footnote Hindenburg believed Hitler could solve Germany's economic problems and would be easy to control.
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What event occurred in February 1933 that aided Hitler's rise to power?
The Reichstag building was burnt down ## Footnote A Dutch communist was arrested, but some historians believe Hitler orchestrated the fire.
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What excuse did Hitler use to arrest many of his communist opponents?
The Reichstag fire ## Footnote This event allowed Hitler to eliminate political opposition.
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What was the purpose of the Enabling Act passed in March 1933?
To give Hitler the power to pass any new laws he wanted ## Footnote This effectively allowed him to rule without legislative approval.
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What event is referred to as the Night of the Long Knives?
The murder of leading members of the Nazi party who opposed Hitler ## Footnote This occurred on the night of 30 June 1934.
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What happened on 2 August 1934?
President Hindenburg died ## Footnote Following his death, Hitler consolidated power as both Chancellor and Head of State.
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What title did Hitler hold after the death of Hindenburg?
Head of State and Commander of the Army ## Footnote This marked the completion of Hitler's rise to total control over Germany.
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Fill in the blank: Hitler's rise to power occurred between _______ and _______.
[1924] and [1934] ## Footnote This period includes key events that facilitated his ascent.
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True or False: The Nazi party gained significant support immediately after Hitler's release from prison in 1924.
False ## Footnote The Nazi party struggled to gain support for the first five years following his release.
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What was a significant action taken by the Nazis after the beer hall putsch?
It could be argued that this action brought them to power ## Footnote The beer hall putsch was a failed coup attempt by the Nazis in 1923.
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What was one way the Nazis appealed to socialists?
They promised that farmers would be given their land, pensions would improve, and public industries would be owned by the state ## Footnote This appeal was aimed at gaining support from the working class and rural population.
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How did the Nazis appeal to nationalists?
They promised unification of all German-speaking people, abandonment of the Treaty of Versailles, and special laws for foreigners ## Footnote Nationalist sentiments were strong in post-World War I Germany.
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What promise did the Nazis make to racists?
They promised that Jews would not be German citizens and that immigration would be stopped ## Footnote This was part of the Nazis' broader racial ideology.
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What did the Nazis promise to fascists?
They promised a strong central government and control of the newspapers ## Footnote This aligned with fascist principles of authority and propaganda.
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What did the Nazis offer to businessmen, landowners, and the army?
They promised remilitarisation, contracts awarded to Germans, and protection from communists ## Footnote These promises were aimed at gaining support from influential economic and military sectors.
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What did the Nazis promise to the unemployed and workers?
They promised an increase in employment and wages ## Footnote This was crucial to gain support from those suffering from economic hardship.
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What was a key aspect of Hitler's leadership style?
Hitler was a popular and effective public speaker ## Footnote His speaking ability was essential for rallying support during public meetings.
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What techniques did Hitler use in his speeches?
He used simplistic language and short phrases to convey his message ## Footnote This helped to ensure his messages were easily understood by the public.
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How did Hitler present himself to the German people?
He came across as energetic and passionate, caring about the plight of the German people ## Footnote This emotional appeal was critical in gaining public support.
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Who was put in charge of Nazi propaganda?
Josef Goebbels ## Footnote Goebbels was responsible for the dissemination of Nazi ideology through various media.
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What methods of campaigning did the Nazis use in the 1920s?
* Radio * Mass rallies * Newspapers (e.g., Der Sturmer) * Hitler's speeches * Posters ## Footnote These methods were aimed at reaching a wide audience to promote Nazi ideas.
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What type of slogans did the Nazis use to appeal to the German public?
Simple slogans ## Footnote The use of simple language helped make complex ideas more accessible to ordinary people.
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In which locations were the Nazis present with local offices?
Many German cities and towns ## Footnote This widespread presence helped the Nazis to effectively spread their policies.
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What was the role of the SA (stormtroopers) in the Nazi party?
To appear as a strong organization protecting Germany ## Footnote The SA was involved in violent confrontations and was seen as a means of enforcing Nazi order.
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How did the Nazis fund their campaigns?
Through funding from 'big business' ## Footnote Wealthy industrialists supported the Nazis in hopes of gaining political influence.
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Which two notable figures supported the Nazi party financially?
* Hugenberg (newspaper tycoon) * Thyssen (steel manufacturer) ## Footnote Their contributions helped finance the expensive election campaigns of the early 1930s.
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What did communists believe about private ownership?
All private ownership of land and assets was theft ## Footnote This belief alarmed wealthy landowners and businessmen in Germany.
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What was the stance of the Nazis towards communism?
Violently opposed ## Footnote The SA often attacked communist groups, which led to increased support for the Nazis among landowners and businessmen.
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What event in 1929 affected the German economy?
The Wall Street Crash ## Footnote This economic downturn had severe repercussions for Germany, especially regarding international loans.
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What was the result of the loans from the Dawes Plan being called in?
Businesses closed and many Germans became unemployed ## Footnote This led to a lack of demand for goods, further exacerbating economic difficulties.
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Fill in the blank: The Nazis used _______ to spread their policies efficiently.
propaganda ## Footnote Propaganda was a critical tool for the Nazis to communicate their messages to the public.
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True or False: The Nazi party had no financial support from industrialists.
False ## Footnote Many rich industrialists supported the Nazis financially to counter the threat of communism.

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