MWH Module 6 Section #7 Bellwork

How did Germany initially try to fix its economy after being forced to pay reparations from WWI?

• Raised taxes on wealthy citizens

• Cut military spending significantly

• Printed more money

• Increased trade with the U.S.

Match each event to its consequence.

• Economic desperation

• Hyperinflation destroys the value of money

• Treaty of Versailles reparations

• Support for extremist political movements

• Nazi promises of revival

• Loss of democratic freedoms

• Germany prints excessive currency

• Economic collapse and public resentment

Hyperinflation in Germany made everyday items like bread cost thousands of marks because ____________.

• Prices dropped due to low demand

• So much money was printed that it lost its value

• The government banned foreign goods

• Imports became free

Categorize each phrase as a Cause or an Effect of Germany’s economic crisis.

Groups:

(a) Causes

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(b) Effects

• Hyperinflation

• Rise of extremist political parties

• Treaty of Versailles reparations

• Excessive printing of money

Put the following events in chronological order.

• Treaty of Versailles signed

• Germany prints excessive money

• Hyperinflation crisis

• Nazi Party gains major support

What was the result of Germany’s decision to print more money to solve its economic crisis?

• Prices skyrocketed, and currency became worthless

• Wages increased for all citizens

• Inflation stabilized the economy

• The government gained trust

Drag each statement under the correct category.

Groups:

(a) Nationalism

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(b) Extremism

• Put Germany first

• Restore national pride

• Blame outsiders for problems

• Abolish democracy for strong leadership

Why did many Germans vote for the Nazis during times of economic crisis?

• They wanted to preserve the Weimar Republic

• They were forced to vote by the military

• The Nazis promised fast solutions and strong leadership

• The Nazis supported democracy and free speech

German citizens were willing to trade _______________ for the promise of national strength and stability offered by the Nazis.

• Foreign alliances

• Democratic freedoms

• Military service

• Religious beliefs

Match the propaganda strategy with its intended purpose.

• National pride slogans

• Blame a group for all problems

• Promises of prosperity

• Encourage trust in radical leaders

• Scapegoating

• Unite people under a common identity

• Fear-based messaging

• Make people afraid of enemies or instability