1920s Ideologies and Consequences

Post-WWI, the world saw numerous conflicts as new nations emerged and old empires collapsed. Central and Eastern Europe faced border issues, while Russia was embroiled in a civil war. The Bolsheviks aimed to reclaim lost territories, leading to the Polish-Soviet War. Conflicts also erupted in the UK, France, and the Middle East. Global unrest was fueled by colonial strife and the rise of ideologies like fascism and communism. Germany faced political chaos, setting the stage for future turmoil.

What was a major challenge in forming new nations in post-war Europe?

• Absence of natural borders

• Economic prosperity

• Lack of natural resources

• Overpopulation

Which treaty led to Hungary losing significant territory, causing grievances with its neighbors?

• Treaty of Trianon

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Lausanne

• Treaty of Brest-Litovsk

What was the primary aim of the Bolsheviks in reclaiming lost territories?

• To form alliances with Western Europe

• To establish a monarchy

• To achieve the International Proletariat

• To expand trade routes

Which war involved Greece attempting to reclaim lost Hellenic provinces?

• Irish War of Independence

• War of the Insane

• Polish-Soviet War

• War of Turkish Independence

What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Lausanne?

• Creation of new European nations

• Forced relocation of minorities

• End of the Ottoman Empire

• Establishment of a Jewish State

What was a major consequence of the Luttwitz-Kapp Putsch in Germany?

• Strengthening of the Weimar Republic

• Paralysis of government due to lack of majority

• Permanent establishment of a majority government

• Economic prosperity

What contributed to the rise of extremist movements in Germany during the 1920s?

• Failure of the German economy and political chaos

• Strong leadership

• Stable political environment

• Economic prosperity

Which ideology was NOT mentioned as defining the 1920s?

• Fascism

• Communism

• Monarchism

• Liberalism

What was a common societal view on violence in the 1920s?

• Violence was unacceptable

• Violence was a last resort

• Violence was an accepted way to resolve conflicts

• Violence was only used by governments

What question does the narrator pose about the state of the world post-war?

• Is the world truly at peace?

• Is the world war over?

• Will there be another world war?

• Can nations coexist peacefully?