Treaty of Versailles and League of Nations

The video discusses the Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919 to end World War I. It highlights the treaty's terms, including territorial losses and military restrictions imposed on Germany. The video explains the differing goals of the participating nations and the treaty's impact on Germany, leading to feelings of humiliation and revanchism. These sentiments contributed to the rise of Nazism and the eventual outbreak of World War II. The video also touches on the League of Nations' role and its failure to maintain peace.

In which year was the Treaty of Versailles signed?

• 1921

• 1920

• 1919

• 1918

Which country was NOT allowed to participate in the negotiations of the Treaty of Versailles?

• United States

• United Kingdom

• France

• Germany

What was the main objective of France in the Treaty of Versailles?

• To ensure a fair peace

• To punish Germany

• To expand its territory

• To form alliances

Which territories did Germany have to return to France as part of the Treaty of Versailles?

• Alsace and Lorraine

• Bavaria and Saxony

• Prussia and Silesia

• Hesse and Thuringia

What was the restriction placed on the German military by the Treaty of Versailles?

• Complete disarmament

• No air force

• Reduced army size

• No navy

Which organization validated the Treaty of Versailles in 1920?

• United Nations

• League of Nations

• European Union

• NATO

What was the primary purpose of the League of Nations?

• To promote economic growth

• To maintain world peace

• To create trade agreements

• To expand colonial territories

What was one of the long-term effects of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany?

• Formation of new alliances

• Rise of the Nazi regime

• Political stability

• Economic prosperity

Which German government fell partly due to the Treaty of Versailles?

• Holy Roman Empire

• Third Reich

• German Empire

• Weimar Republic

What was the main reason for the failure of the League of Nations?

• Lack of funding

• Too many member countries

• Inability to enforce decisions

• No clear objectives