MWH Module 6 Section #6 Bellwork

What was a major consequence of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

• It created a lasting peace in Europe

• It allowed Germany to rebuild its empire

• It provided economic aid to Germany

• It forced Germany to accept blame and pay reparations

Match the term with its historical impact.

• Treaty of Versailles

• Economic hardship and political resentment in Germany

• Weimar Republic

• Money became worthless, savings were lost

• Nazi Party

• Gained support during times of crisis and uncertainty

• Hyperinflation

• Seen as weak and ineffective by many Germans

The Treaty of Versailles created conditions in Germany that led to the rise of ​ (a)   due to economic desperation and political instability.

• Fascism
• Democracy
• Isolationism
• Imperialism

Sort the following into Economic Effects and Political Effects of the Treaty of Versailles.

Groups:

(a) Economic Effects

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(b) Political Effects

• Massive reparations

• Hyperinflation

• Loss of trust in the Weimar Republic

• Rise of extremist parties

• Widespread poverty

Arrange the events in the correct chronological order.

• Treaty of Versailles is signed

• Hyperinflation devastates German economy

• Nazi Party gains popularity

• Hitler becomes Chancellor

What was the main reason Germans began supporting extremist parties like the Nazis in the early 1930s?

• Germany had a strong economy and low unemployment

• People wanted to expand the monarchy

• They believed the Weimar Republic had failed to fix problems

• They were forced to support them by law

Match the cause to its direct effect.

• War Guilt Clause

• German resentment and humiliation

• Nazi promises

• Convinced people to support extremist ideologies

• Propaganda

• Support for radical political parties

• Unemployment and poverty

• Appealed to desperate, struggling citizens

Drag each propaganda message into the correct category.

Groups:

(a) Nationalist Messaging

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(b) Blame Messaging

• “Jews and Communists are the problem!”

• “Germany will rise again!”

• “The Treaty of Versailles is a betrayal!”

• “Make Germany strong!”

What role did propaganda play in Hitler’s rise to power?

• It distracted the public from reality with entertainment

• It convinced Germans to support Hitler by using fear and nationalism

• It educated people about democracy

• It limited Hitler’s popularity

In the 1930s, German citizens supported ​ (a)   parties like the Nazi Party because they were desperate for change and strong leadership.

• Extremist
• Moderate
• Foreign
• Communist