WW2 (Part 1)

The video covers the rise of fascism in Italy and Germany, focusing on Mussolini and Hitler's paths to power. It discusses Italy's post-WWI dissatisfaction, Germany's struggles under the Treaty of Versailles, and Japan's expansionist policies. The formation of the Axis Powers and early WWII events, including the invasion of Poland and the Phony War, are also highlighted.

What was Mussolini's initial political ideology before he founded fascism?

• Monarchism

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Communism

What was a major reason for Italy's dissatisfaction after World War I?

• They were forced to pay reparations

• They were invaded by France

• They were not given the expected rewards

• They lost territory to Germany

What was one of the consequences of the Treaty of Versailles for Germany?

• They gained new territories

• They were allowed to expand their military

• They had to demilitarize the Rhineland

• They formed an alliance with the UK

What was a key factor in Hitler's rise to power in Germany?

• His opposition to the Treaty of Versailles

• His alliance with France

• His promise to restore Germany's pride

• Support from the Soviet Union

What was Japan's primary motivation for its early 20th-century expansion?

• To promote global peace

• To form alliances with Western powers

• To acquire natural resources

• To spread democracy

Which countries formed the Axis Powers during World War II?

• Germany, Italy, and Japan

• Germany, France, and Japan

• Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union

• Italy, Japan, and the UK

What was the policy of appeasement?

• A military alliance between the Allies

• A strategy to avoid war by conceding to some demands

• A treaty to divide Europe among the Allies

• A plan to invade Germany

What event marked the beginning of World War II?

• The invasion of Poland

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The invasion of France

• The bombing of Pearl Harbor

What was the 'Phony War'?

• A period of intense fighting on the Western Front

• A time when no major military operations occurred

• A propaganda campaign by the Allies

• A naval blockade by Germany

What was a significant outcome of the Battle of Britain?

• Italy switched sides to the Allies

• The RAF successfully defended against German attacks

• The UK was forced to surrender

• Germany gained air superiority