The World War One Years 1917-1920 - Treaty Of Versailles (1919)

The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, was a peace agreement that ended World War I. It was negotiated by the Big Four: the United States, England, France, and Italy. The treaty imposed harsh reparations on Germany, which was forced to accept full responsibility for the war. This led to economic difficulties and political instability in Germany, contributing to the rise of fascism and eventually World War II. Despite President Wilson's efforts to promote a more lenient peace, the treaty included the creation of the League of Nations, although the U.S. did not join. The treaty's punitive measures were seen as shortsighted, leading to significant backlash and dissatisfaction in Germany.

Who were the 'Big Four' that attended the Treaty of Versailles conference?

• Harry Truman, Clement Attlee, Charles de Gaulle, Joseph Stalin

• Theodore Roosevelt, Herbert Hoover, Benito Mussolini, Neville Chamberlain

• Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, Joseph Stalin, Charles de Gaulle

• Woodrow Wilson, David Lloyd George, George Clemenceau, Vittorio Orlando

What was one of the main reasons the Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh penalties on Germany?

• To promote global peace and cooperation

• To prevent Germany from becoming a superpower

• To compensate for the loss of French manpower and economic goods

• To establish a new world order

What was a significant consequence of the economic policies adopted by Germany post-Treaty of Versailles?

• A thriving economy

• A strong and popular government

• Increased global trade

• The rise of fascist movements

What was a key component of the Treaty of Versailles that Woodrow Wilson supported?

• The disarmament of Germany

• The creation of the League of Nations

• The imposition of reparations on Germany

• The division of Germany's colonies

Which political party emerged in Germany as a result of the dissatisfaction with the Treaty of Versailles?

• The Communist Party

• The German Workers Party

• The Social Democratic Party

• The Liberal Party