Collapse of German Morale in WWI

What was the Hindenburg Programme?

• A focus on propaganda to take the public mood seriously.

• A military strategy to invade neighboring countries.

• An economic plan to boost industrial production.

• A cultural initiative to promote arts and literature.

What was the Princess Mary Gift Box?

• A donation from the nation, headed by Princess Mary, containing tobacco and cigarettes for soldiers.

• A collection of toys and games sent to children in war zones.

• A fund established to support veterans after the war.

• A box of food supplies sent to soldiers on the front lines.

What is essential to win a battle or war according to the text?

• Strategy

• Morale

• Resources

• Leadership

What strategy did the Allies use to great effect in the 100-day offensive, which is still used today?

• Combined arms warfare

• Guerrilla warfare

• Trench warfare

• Naval blockade

What resentment grew among German soldiers?

• Differences in accommodation and nourishment between officers and ordinary soldiers.

• Inadequate training and preparation for combat.

• Unequal distribution of weapons and ammunition.

• Favoritism shown towards certain regiments.

What marked the beginning of the Hundred Days Offensive?

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• Allied counterattacks at the Marne in July and Amiens in August.

• The launch of the D-Day invasion

• The fall of Berlin in 1945

What began on March 21, 1918, for Germany?

• Germany's Spring Offensive known as the Kaiserschlacht.

• The Treaty of Versailles negotiations.

• The Battle of the Somme.

• The German Revolution.

What was the result of the collapse in German morale?

• German soldiers began surrendering en masse, and mutiny turned to open rebellion at home.

• German soldiers became more disciplined and organized.

• German morale improved, leading to more victories on the battlefield.

• German soldiers received better supplies and support from their leaders.

What was a psychological issue for soldiers during WWI?

• The psychological effect of particular weapons such as tanks.

• The impact of trench warfare on mental health.

• The use of gas masks and their psychological effects.

• The influence of propaganda on soldier morale.

Who created the chart showing German morale during WWI?

• The US Army Psychological Subsection.

• The British Intelligence Agency.

• The German High Command.

• The League of Nations.