Nazi Germany's Aggression in the 1930s

The video discusses Nazi Germany's aggressive expansion in the 1930s, starting with rearmament in 1935, defying the Treaty of Versailles. In 1936, Germany occupied the Rhineland, and in 1938, it unified with Austria. The Munich Agreement allowed Germany to annex the Sudetenland, leading to the occupation of Czechoslovakia. The policy of appeasement by European powers, especially Britain, failed to check Germany's aggression, culminating in the invasion of Poland in 1939, marking the start of World War II.

What was the significance of Nazi Germany's announcement to rearm in 1935?

• It showed their disregard for the Treaty of Versailles.

• It was the first time they built a military.

• It was a secret operation.

• It was supported by the League of Nations.

What was the Rhineland, and why was its occupation significant?

• A demilitarized zone, its occupation violated the Treaty of Versailles.

• A neutral zone, its occupation was agreed upon by the Allies.

• A region in France, significant for its resources.

• A part of Austria, its occupation was peaceful.

What was the Anschluss?

• A peace treaty between Germany and France.

• The unification of Germany and Austria.

• A trade agreement between Germany and the UK.

• A military alliance between Germany and Italy.

Why was the Anschluss a violation of international agreements?

• It was against the Treaty of Versailles and the Treaty of St. Germain.

• It was against the Treaty of Paris.

• It was against the Treaty of Locarno.

• It was against the League of Nations' charter.

What was the Munich Agreement?

• A pact between Germany and the Soviet Union.

• An agreement that allowed Germany to annex Austria.

• A treaty that ended World War I.

• An agreement that allowed Germany to annex the Sudetenland.

Which countries were involved in the Munich Agreement?

• Germany, the Soviet Union, the USA, and Japan.

• Germany, Spain, Portugal, and Greece.

• Germany, Austria, Poland, and Hungary.

• Germany, France, Great Britain, and Italy.

What was the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia?

• A neutral zone in Switzerland.

• A region in France under German control.

• A part of Czechoslovakia under German control.

• A German colony in Africa.

What was the policy of appeasement?

• A military alliance against Germany.

• A strategy to avoid conflict by allowing Germany to expand.

• A trade embargo on Germany.

• A peace treaty with Germany.

Who was the British Prime Minister associated with the policy of appeasement?

• Winston Churchill

• Neville Chamberlain

• Clement Attlee

• David Lloyd George

What event marked the beginning of World War II?

• The signing of the Munich Agreement.

• The invasion of Poland by Germany.

• The invasion of France by Germany.

• The Anschluss with Austria.