Fascism in Europe Quiz

What were the consequences for the countries involved in the war?

• Social equality, technological advancement, and low debt

• Economic stability, low debt, and high employment

• Physical destruction, heavy debt, and high unemployment

• Political freedom, economic growth, and low unemployment

What was the main cause of the great depression in Europe?

• The crash of the stock market

• Discovery of new natural resources

• Rise of agricultural production

• Increase in international trade

What were people looking for in their leaders after the war?

• Leaders who promote international cooperation

• Weak and indecisive leaders

• Strong leaders who promise to turn their countries around

• Leaders who prioritize the interests of the people

What is the main characteristic of fascism?

• Putting the government/leader interest above the one of the people

• Promoting freedom of speech and expression

• Encouraging political opposition and diversity

• Putting the interests of the people above the government

Who promised to fix Italy after the first World War and give it stability?

• Emperor Hirohito

• Benito Mussolini

• Joseph Stalin

• Adolf Hitler

How did Mussolini acquire land to be more powerful?

• By using poison gas in Ethiopia

• By promoting international trade agreements

• Through diplomatic negotiations

• By signing peace treaties with neighboring countries

What was the main problem blamed by Hitler for Germany's issues?

• The British and French governments

• The Nazi party

• The Jews

• The German military

What did Hitler establish to put down any political opposition?

• Secret police called the Gestapo

• Independent judiciary system

• International human rights organizations

• Civilian oversight committees

How did Stalin rule the Communist party?

• By encouraging freedom of speech

• By promoting political opposition

• By implementing democratic reforms

• By terror and execution of opponents

What did Stalin do to increase agriculture, industry, and military in Russia?

• Implemented free market policies

• Encouraged private ownership of land

• Enforced five year plans

• Promoted international trade agreements