Causes of WW2

What was the consequence of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany?

• Germany gained new territories.

• Germany was required to pay reparations and accept blame for the war.

• Germany formed a new alliance with France.

• Germany's economy boomed immediately after the treaty.

Which leader established a fascist government in Italy?

• Benito Mussolini

• Adolf Hitler

• Joseph Stalin

• Winston Churchill

What was the main weakness of the League of Nations?

• Lack of military power

• Strong leadership

• Economic stability

• Universal membership

The Munich Agreement was a settlement permitting Nazi Germany's annexation of portions of which country?

• France

• Czechoslovakia

• Poland

• Austria

During World War II, Japanese imperialism was driven by a desire for expansion and the acquisition of resources.

• True

• False

What event marked the official start of World War II in Europe?

Fill in the blank: The German invasion of Poland began on ________.

• September 1, 1939

• August 31, 1939

• September 3, 1939

• October 1, 1939

The military strategy known as Blitzkrieg used by Germany during the invasion of Poland is best described as:

• A rapid and coordinated attack using air and ground forces

• A defensive strategy focused on fortifications

• A naval blockade to cut off supplies

• A prolonged siege to wear down the enemy

What were the consequences of the German invasion of Poland by early October 1939?

• The start of World War II

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The end of World War I

• The formation of the League of Nations

Discuss the strategic reasons behind Hitler's decision to invade Poland in 1939.

• To gain access to natural resources

• To test new military tactics

• To provoke the Soviet Union into war

• To expand German territory and power

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking