KQ1 Germany New

What event led to the abdication of the Kaiser in Germany?

• Support from the Allies

• Naval mutiny at Kiel and violent protests

What was a major weakness of the Weimar Republic?

• Proportional representation encouraged small parties

• Strong central government

What was a strength of the Weimar Republic?

• Authoritarian leadership

• All Germans had equal rights

What was the impact of hyperinflation on the German currency in 1923?

• It was replaced by a new currency.

• It became worthless.

What was one way some people coped with the hyperinflation in Germany?

• They used money as fuel.

• They invested in foreign currencies.

Who were most affected by the hyperinflation in Germany?

• People with large debts.

• People with fixed incomes and savings.

What was one positive outcome for some people during the hyperinflation period?

• They made fortunes during the crisis.

• They lost all their savings.

What was the outcome of the Kapp Putsch in 1920?

• The Weimar government fled but returned after 4 days

• The army fully supported the Putsch

What was Hitler's strategy during the Munich Putsch?

• To negotiate peacefully

• To seize power by launching a revolution in Bavaria

What was the political stance of the Nazis during the Munich Putsch?

• Anarchists

• Right-wing nationalists