G4: The Weimar Republic in the Stresemann years

What were two of the key economic policies introduced by Stresemann during his time in office? (2 correct answers)

• Nationalising all industries
• Negotiating the Dawes Plan for reparations payments
• Increased military spending to boost the economy
• The introduction of the Rentenmark to stabilise currency

Which of the following were social changes during the Stresemann years? (2 correct answers)

• A rise in women's rights and freedoms
• A decrease in cultural activities and artistic expression
• Increased popularity of cinema and theatre
• A return to strict traditional family roles

What were the effects of the Dawes Plan on Germany? (2 correct answers)

• Increased foreign investment in Germany
• Immediate reduction of unemployment rates
• Stabilisation of the German economy
• Complete repayment of reparations within a year

Which statement about the political situation in the Weimar Republic during the Stresemann years is correct? (1 correct answer)

• Stresemann worked to improve relations with the Allies
• The government was stable with no political opposition
• There was a rise in extremist political parties
• There were no elections held during this period

What was the significance of the Locarno Treaties for Germany? (2 correct answers)

• It led to the immediate end of reparations payments
• It improved Germany's international standing
• It resulted in Germany being allowed to rearm
• It marked Germany's acceptance of its western borders

What role did Stresemann play in foreign policy? (2 correct answers)

• He promoted Germany's entry into the League of Nations
• He aimed to strengthen alliances with Eastern Europe
• He ignored the Treaty of Versailles completely
• He sought a friendlier relationship with France and Britain

Which economic challenges remained in Germany despite the successes of the Stresemann years? (2 correct answers)

• Germany had fully paid off its war debts
• Germany was reliant on US loans
• Hyperinflation was completely resolved
• High unemployment rates persisted

What was the impact of the Young Plan on Germany? (2 correct answers)

• It further reduced reparations payments
• It increased the duration for reparations payments
• It eliminated all foreign debts immediately
• It led to a stronger economy overnight

Which of the following best describes the cultural atmosphere in Germany during the Stresemann years? (1 correct answer)

• Increased support for traditional art forms only
• A decline in international cultural exchange
• Censorship and suppression of artistic expression
• A time of great artistic and intellectual innovation

Which cultural movements thrived in Germany during the Stresemann years? (2 correct answers)

• A decline in all forms of artistic expression
• The rise of classical music only
• The Bauhaus movement in architecture
• Expressionism in art and literature