World War II Key Events and Policies

The video explores Adolf Hitler's foreign policy from 1933 to 1939, highlighting his goals to overturn the Treaty of Versailles, expand German territory, and acquire living space in Eastern Europe. It discusses Germany's rearmament, diplomatic strategies, and alliances, including the non-aggression pact with Poland and the Rome-Berlin Axis with Italy. The video also covers the annexation of Austria and the Sudetenland, leading to the outbreak of World War II. Despite early successes, Hitler's decisions to invade the Soviet Union and declare war on the United States ultimately led to Nazi Germany's downfall.

What was one of the main objectives of Hitler's foreign policy?

• To reduce military spending

• To promote international peace

• To acquire territories with ethnic Germans

• To establish a democratic government

What was the significance of the Saar plebiscite for Nazi Germany?

• It caused Germany to leave the League of Nations

• It led to a military conflict with France

• It resulted in economic sanctions

• It was a propaganda victory for the Nazis

Which two countries formed the Rome-Berlin Axis?

• Germany and France

• Italy and Japan

• France and Britain

• Germany and Italy

What was the outcome of the Anschluss with Austria?

• Austria was annexed by Germany

• Austria was divided into zones

• Austria remained independent

• Austria formed an alliance with Britain

What was the Munich Agreement primarily about?

• The Sudetenland crisis

• The remilitarization of the Rhineland

• The division of Poland

• The annexation of Austria

What was the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact?

• A trade agreement between Germany and Italy

• A non-aggression pact between Germany and the Soviet Union

• A military alliance between Germany and Japan

• A peace treaty between Germany and France

What event marked the beginning of World War II?

• The Anschluss with Austria

• The invasion of Poland by Germany

• The remilitarization of the Rhineland

• The signing of the Munich Agreement

Which two countries did Germany sign the Pact of Steel with?

• Italy and Japan

• Italy and the Soviet Union

• France and Britain

• Poland and Czechoslovakia

What was one of the reasons for Germany's early success in World War II?

• Strong alliances with France and Britain

• A large and well-equipped navy

• The element of surprise and rapid military tactics

• Support from the United States

What was a major consequence of Hitler's decision to invade the Soviet Union?

• It resulted in a peace treaty with the Soviet Union

• It stretched German forces too thin

• It caused the United States to remain neutral

• It led to a quick German victory