Causes of WWII

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The harsh conditions imposed by the Treaty of Versailles after World War I helped lay the foundation for the

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rise of fascism in Germany

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How did the Treaty of Versailles encourage the start of WWII?

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It treated Germany harshly, thus inspiring totalitarianism and nationalism.

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After WWI, the ____________________________ of the 1930s brought chaos and unemployment to Europe, which led to the rise of authoritarian dictators.

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Great Depression

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What was the name of Hitler's political party?

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Nazi

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What is true about the Treaty of Versailles?

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It led to Germany's poverty & instability.

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Why did Germans look up to Hitler?

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Because he promised to restore Germany as a European power

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How did economic conditions of the 1930s help Hitler rise to power?

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6 million Germans were jobless, and Hitler promised to restore German pride.

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Strong nationalistic and expansionist feelings led Japan to invade ________________ in 1931.

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Chinese Manchuria

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What was the intended purpose of the League of Nations?

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To solve disputes between countries to avoid war

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What were the causes of WWII?

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Worldwide depression, inflation, unemployment, war reparations.