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European and World context: Hitler and Nazi Germany, 1919-1939
Quick questions on The Nazi rise to power 1929-1933 - SQA National 5 History
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What is the impact of the Great Depression?Show answer
The Great Depression was the decisive background. The Wall Street Crash of 1929 led American banks to recall loans, and the German economy collapsed. Unemployment soared to millions, and many families faced poverty and hunger. The crisis discredited the Weimar government, which seemed unable to cope, and pushed desperate voters toward parties that promised radical solutions, on both the Nazi right and the communist left.
What is the appeal of the Nazis?Show answer
The Nazis offered what desperate Germans wanted to hear. They promised to end unemployment, restore order, tear up the hated Treaty of Versailles and make Germany strong and proud again. Hitler was a charismatic and powerful public speaker. Nazi propaganda, through posters, rallies and newspapers, spread a simple, repeated message and presented Hitler as the strong leader Germany needed.
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How did the Great Depression help the Nazis? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Give two things the Nazis promised that appealed to Germans. [2 marks]
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How did Hitler actually become Chancellor in January 1933? [1 mark]
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