Exploring the Causes of World War 2

The video explores the causes and buildup of World War II, focusing on the Treaty of Versailles, the ineffectiveness of the League of Nations, and the global impact of the Great Depression. It highlights the rise of fascism in Europe, with Mussolini and Hitler's aggressive expansion, and the US's isolationist policies. The formation of the Axis Powers and the policy of appeasement leading to the Munich Agreement are also discussed, culminating in the events that led to the outbreak of World War II.

What was the primary outcome of the Treaty of Versailles that affected Germany?

• Germany gained new territories

• Germany was unaffected by the treaty

• Germany formed an alliance with Austria

• Germany was held solely responsible for WWI

Which pact was aimed at preventing future wars but proved ineffective?

• The Kellogg-Briand Pact

• The Berlin Pact

• The Versailles Pact

• The Geneva Convention

What was the main idea promoted by fascism in Italy under Mussolini?

• Economic liberalism

• Communism

• Extreme nationalism

• Democracy

Which country first acted against the global peace by invading Manchuria?

• Germany

• Italy

• Japan

• Soviet Union

What was the main purpose of the Neutrality Acts passed by the U.S.?

• To engage in war

• To prevent U.S. involvement in European conflicts

• To support European allies

• To promote trade with warring nations

Which area did Hitler first re-militarize, violating the Treaty of Versailles?

• The Rhineland

• Austria

• Poland

• Czechoslovakia

What was the Munich Agreement an example of?

• Economic sanction

• Successful diplomacy

• Military alliance

• Appeasement

Which country did Hitler annex after the Munich Agreement?

• Poland

• Austria

• Czechoslovakia

• France

What was the immediate effect of the non-aggression pact between the Soviet Union and Germany?

• It led to a peace treaty

• It allowed Germany to invade Poland

• It ended World War II

• It created an alliance with Britain

Which event marked the official start of World War II?

• Non-aggression pact between USSR and Germany

• Signing of the Munich Agreement

• Invasion of Poland

• Invasion of Austria