Adolf Hitler challenges incumbent Paul von Hindenburg in 1932 German election

Adolf Hitler challenges incumbent Paul von Hindenburg in 1932 German election

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In a nationwide election, President von Hindenburg faced opposition from Hitler, known as the 'mustache storm.' Despite intense campaigning, Hitler's timing was not right for his group to seize power. Hindenburg ultimately won the election and continued as president.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the reigning president during the nationwide test?

Paul von Hindenburg

Joseph Stalin

Winston Churchill

Adolf Hitler

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of the electioneering by troop leaders?

Moderate and controlled

Silent and unnoticed

Feverish and intense

Calm and peaceful

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the troop leaders' electioneering?

To gain power for Hitler

To support Hindenburg

To promote peace

To oppose the mustache storm

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Hitler unable to gain power during this election?

His followers were not ready

He did not participate in the election

He was not eligible to run

He supported Hindenburg

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the election?

Hindenburg won and remained president

Hitler won and became president

The election was inconclusive

A new candidate emerged victorious