Causes of WWIi

What are the central tenets of fascism?

• Classless society and communal ownership

• Strong centralized government, nationalism, and authoritarianism

• Workers' control of the means of production

• Religious fundamentalism and democracy

What are the central tenets of communism?

• Strong centralized government, nationalism, and authoritarianism

• Workers' control of the means of production

• Free-market capitalism and individualism

• Monarchy and aristocracy

What are the central tenets of totalitarianism?

• Strong centralized government and political diversity

• Individual freedoms and limited government intervention

• Total state control and suppression of opposition

• Limited government and separation of powers

How did the end of World War I contribute to the rise of fascism, communism, and totalitarianism in Europe?

• It brought economic prosperity and political stability

• It weakened nationalism and increased cooperation between nations

• The Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh conditions and led to resentment

• It eliminated all forms of political extremism

What was a significant impact of the Great Depression on Europe?

• A surge in economic growth and job opportunities

• A decline in nationalist sentiments

• Widespread unemployment, poverty, and political instability

• The end of all political movements

What event is often associated with the rise of communism in Russia?

• The Great Depression

• The Russian Revolution

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The rise of fascism in Germany

Which country's militarism rose significantly in connection with the Great Depression?

• Germany

• Italy

• Japan

• France

How did the Great Depression contribute to the rise of militarism in Japan?

• It led to the demilitarization of Japan

• It increased Japan's economic stability and prosperity

• It fueled nationalist and militarist sentiments due to economic hardship

• Japan became a pacifist nation during this time

Which of the following was a prominent fascist leader during the interwar period?

• Vladimir Lenin

• Benito Mussolini

• Joseph Stalin

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

What political ideology is often associated with a classless society and workers' control of the means of production?

• Fascism

• Communism

• Totalitarianism

• Capitalism