1.
What year did Germany begin to OPENLY rearm?
Correct Answer
B. 1935
Explanation
Germany began to openly rearm in 1935. This marked a significant turning point in German history as it violated the Treaty of Versailles, which had imposed strict limitations on the country's military capabilities after World War I. The decision to openly rearm was a clear indication of Germany's aggressive intentions and its willingness to challenge the international order. It also laid the groundwork for the subsequent military buildup that would eventually lead to the outbreak of World War II.
2.
What are "untermenshen"?
Correct Answer
A. Eastern Europeans and Jews, anyone not Aryan
Explanation
"Untermenschen" refers to a term used by the Nazis during World War II to dehumanize and categorize certain groups of people as inferior. This included Eastern Europeans and Jews, as well as anyone who was not considered Aryan according to Nazi ideology. The Nazis believed in a racial hierarchy, with Aryans at the top and these groups at the bottom. By labeling them as "untermenschen," the Nazis justified their persecution and discrimination against these individuals.
3.
What did "lebensraum" mean under the Nazi policy?
Correct Answer
C. Germans would have their own space on German land (living space)
Explanation
The term "lebensraum" under the Nazi policy referred to the belief that Germans needed to expand their territory and acquire more living space on German land. This expansionist ideology aimed to justify the annexation of other countries' territories to accommodate the growing German population and fulfill their economic and political ambitions. It was a key concept in Adolf Hitler's ideology and played a significant role in Nazi Germany's aggressive foreign policy leading up to World War II.
4.
Under the terms on the Treaty of Versailles, Germnay was not allowed to have pilots train on civlian planes nor in other countries for submarine crews, and this is one reason Hilter inherited a weak military.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
In fact, it was not a part of the ToVersailles, so there were some Germans being trained in submarines by other countries and on civilian planes in Germany.
5.
In 1933, Hilter trebled the size of the military to 300,000 men. This was directly against the T.o.V., but it was in 'reaction' to the withdraw from the Geneva Disamament Conference when the French refused to do what? (only check one box)
Correct Answer
C. Both of the above
Explanation
In 1933, Hitler trebled the size of the military to 300,000 men as a reaction to the French refusing to disarm to the same numbers as Germany and also refusing to allow Germany to disarm to the same levels as France. This action by Hitler directly violated the terms of the Treaty of Versailles, which imposed limitations on Germany's military strength.
6.
For two years 1933-1935 Germany expanded its army in secret.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
During the years 1933-1935, Germany did indeed expand its army in secret. This expansion was in direct violation of the Treaty of Versailles, which had imposed restrictions on Germany's military capabilities following World War I. Adolf Hitler, who came to power in 1933, began a rearmament program that aimed to strengthen and modernize the German military. This included increasing the size of the army, developing new weapons and technologies, and establishing a conscription system. The secret nature of this expansion was intended to avoid international scrutiny and potential intervention by other countries.
7.
In 1935, when Hitler announced to Europe that he had 2,500 war planes in the Luftwaffe and 300,000 men in the Wehrmacht, the reaction of France was to build a series of defensive forts called the Maginot Line on its borders while the British did nothing.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because it accurately describes the reaction of France and Britain to Hitler's announcement in 1935. France responded by constructing the Maginot Line, a series of defensive forts, along its borders as a defense against potential German aggression. On the other hand, Britain did not take any significant action in response to Hitler's announcement.
8.
The only protesting that France, Britain and Italy did (this is pre-Abyssinia) was to form the ____ Front. (check one box)
Correct Answer
B. Stresa
Explanation
The correct answer is "Stresa." The Stresa Front refers to an agreement signed in 1935 between France, Britain, and Italy in the town of Stresa, Italy. It was formed in response to Germany's rearmament and violation of the Treaty of Versailles. The Stresa Front aimed to maintain peace and stability in Europe by opposing any further violations of the treaty. However, it ultimately failed to prevent Italy's invasion of Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) in 1935, leading to tensions and the eventual breakdown of the agreement.
9.
Finally, Britain gave in and signed the ANGLO-GERMAN NAVAL AGREEMENT giving Germany the allowance to have the same tonnage of sumbarines as Briraing. This and policies that allowed Germany to continue to rebuild were ways that Britain thought it could avoid another war. These lenient policies on Germany were known as what? (check the correct one)
Correct Answer
B. Appeasement
Explanation
The correct answer is "Appeasement." Britain's lenient policies towards Germany, such as signing the Anglo-German Naval Agreement, were aimed at avoiding another war by appeasing Germany and giving them what they wanted. This approach was known as appeasement, as Britain hoped that by meeting Germany's demands, they could prevent further aggression and conflict.
10.
In all, the avoidance of war was the goal, but a confused public remained. Treaties were being ignored and no one was doing anything about it.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that despite the goal of avoiding war, the public was still confused. Additionally, it states that treaties were being ignored and no action was being taken. Therefore, the statement is true as it implies that there was a lack of effort or effectiveness in addressing the issue of ignored treaties and confusion among the public.
11.
The Reich Entailed Farm Law in 1933 stopped peasant farmers from splitting up their farms between their sons.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The Reich Entailed Farm Law in 1933 was a policy implemented by the Nazi regime in Germany. It aimed to preserve the traditional structure of rural society by prohibiting the division of farms among heirs. The law intended to maintain the economic and social stability of the agricultural sector by preventing fragmentation of land ownership. Therefore, the statement that the law stopped peasant farmers from splitting up their farms between their sons is true.
12.
Another policy that disallusioned people was the encouragment of big businesses taking over smaller ones.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that the policy of encouraging big businesses to take over smaller ones led to disillusionment among people. This implies that people were not in favor of this policy, possibly because it resulted in monopolies and limited competition in the market. This could have negative consequences for consumers and smaller businesses, leading to a sense of disillusionment among the general public.
13.
In 1936, Goering was officially put in charge of a Four Year Plan to prepare Germany for war.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
In 1936, Goering was indeed officially put in charge of a Four Year Plan to prepare Germany for war. This plan aimed to rapidly expand Germany's economy and military strength, with a focus on rearmament and autarky. Goering's role in implementing this plan was crucial, as he oversaw various sectors such as industry, agriculture, and raw materials. The Four Year Plan played a significant role in Germany's rearmament efforts and ultimately paved the way for the outbreak of World War II.
14.
Kinder, Kuche, Kirche were laws stressing equal rights for women.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
These policies encouraged women to marry, have children, and do church services. It removed women from their work, and it openly gave preference to males for positions in certain jobs.
15.
The Hitler Youth became a compulsory in 1939, but heavy pressure to join the HJ in 1936.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because the Hitler Youth did become compulsory in 1939. However, there was already heavy pressure to join the Hitler Youth starting from 1936. This means that while it was not mandatory until 1939, there was a strong expectation and encouragement for young people to join the organization even before it became compulsory.