Opposition to the Treaty of Versailles

Question 1

Diktak

Answer 1

It was Diktak - a dictated peace. Germany was not allowed to discuss the terms of the treaty. This feeling of it being forced upon them was a major source of resentment towards the treaty

Question 2

War Guilt Clause

Answer 2

The war guilt clause forces Germany to accept total blame for the war while other countries were also to blame, and many Germans hated this cause as it was harsh/humiliating

Question 3

Reparations

Answer 3

The Germans were forced to pay £6.6 billion in reparations, which they struggled to pay and impacted their economy. This damaged the nation’s image and reputation

Question 4

Loss of colonies

Answer 4

Germany lost of their colonies which where given to France and Britian. This affected their trade and was seen as a loss of standing on the world stage.

Question 5

German Army

Answer 5

The German army was reduced to 100,000 men, which was too small to defend Germany, made them look weak

Question 6

Loss of territory

Answer 6

Germany lost territory, for example, the Polish corridor. This meant many Germans no longer lived in Germany and caused a loss of national pride