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Source by Neville Chamberlain 1.) Identify the interwar factor most strongly reflected by the ideas expressed in the excerpt. 2.) Chamberlain's speech best serves as evidence of what kind of European development in the late 1930's? 3.) In what way did mentalities across Europe prior to WW1 differ from the mood reflected in Chamberlain's 1938 speech?

1.) Appeasement in 1930s and its impacts on WW1. 2.) The Appeasement Policy. 3.) Marked by nationalism, militarism, and belief in glory of the war.

Persistence Of Memory 1.) The painting by Dali is an example of which development during the 20th Century? Explore emotion, dreams and subconscious, mimic American models of art? 2.) What would have been a factor that led artists to create works such as Dali's?

1.) Dream-like scenes that tested traditional notions of reality. 2.) The desire to break away from traditional artistic conventions.

Sources by John Maynard Keynes 1.) In the quote from 'The End of Laissez-Faire,' Keynes most directly addressed what? 2.) What was a defining moment that helped shape the evolution of Keynes' theories before publishing 'The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money,' 1936? 3.) Keynes was a famous economist, but he was noticeably famous for denouncing what treaty for economic reasons?

1.) Free market without forces. 2.) The Great Depression. 3.) Treaty of Versailles.

Only William's Way 1.) What 3 countries are depicted in the cartoon? 2.) What event led most directly to the formation of the alliance? 3.) The shift in alliance from maintaining the balance of power to preparing for war occurred most directly due to what?

1.) Germany, England, France. 2.) The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914. 3.) Escalating tensions and rivalry from major powers.

Der Tag! 1.) The artist of the cartoon would most likely support which group after WW1? 2.) How were the deliberations that took place during the negotiation if the Treaty of Versailles different that those during the Congress of Vienna in 1815? 3.) Which of the Big Four objected to the terms of the Treaty of Versailles?

1.) The Victories allied factors. 2.) Blame and penalty for Germany, while the Congress of Vienna in 1815 aimed for stability/balance of powers. 3.) The United States.

Collective Farm 1.) The circumstances portrayed in the poster are most directly a result of what? 2.) What was the result of the circumstance portrayed in the poster? 3.) How can the poster be used by historians as evidence regarding Soviet citizens?

1.) The agricultural policy that persuades peasants to join collective farms. 2.) The forced collectivization would pressure farmers. 3.) It shows the propaganda that was pushed out by the Soviet Union.

Don't Waste Bread 1.) What contribution to the war effort is most directly depicted in the poster? 2.) How did the war effort affect the way the majority of European governments viewed free-market capitalism? Did they continue strict capitalist policies or temporarily suspend the free market and put restrictions on wages/prices? 3.) Identify the meaning of the propaganda poster.

1.) The call for rationing food. 2.) Implemented temporary measures to resist aspects of free-market. 3.) To encourage people to save bread.

Sources by Vladimir Lenin 1.) Prior to November 8, 1917 (the first document), what happened to the Tsar Nicholas II and/or his family? 2.) Lenin mentions the need for a new TYPE of government. This is most likely in direct reference to the ending of what? 3.) What most likely led to Lenin making the December 20, 1917, statement? 4.) One significant difference between the ideology of Lenis and the original ideas of Marx was what?

1.) They were placed under house arrest. 2.) To end the Tsarist regime in Russia. 3.) Ongoing political and social developments at the time. 4.) The concept of the Vanguard Party.

What was the appeasement (as practiced in the 1930s)?

Allowing Hitler to expand German territory unchecked.

What characteristics did communist and fascist dictatorships share?

Both ruled by force in economic interests of specific classes.

At Potsdam, the Allies agreed to do what?

Demilitarize German status.

Following WW1, what was one of the most difficult domestic problems faced by governments?

Demobilization and reintegration of soldiers.

How did Mussolini build support big business in Italy?

He built support by creating a collaboration between industrialists, workers, and state.

What did the Schlieffen Plan call for in 1914?

It called for Germany to defeat France quickly and shift to the East to fight against Russia.

What was the effect of Lenin's 1921 New Economic Policy (NEP)?

It caused a gain in economy and limited capitalism.

What was the significance of the Battle of Midway?

It changed the entire balance of power in the Pacific.

Why did Stalin support the first Five-Year Plan?

It could've led to industrialization which would strengthen the military.

Why was the "Finest Hour" speech significant?

It foreshadowed the Battle of Britain.

What was the effect of the 1935 Nuremberg Law?

It stripped Jews of citizenship and civil rights; they were highly discriminated against.

What was the principle of national self-determination promoted by President Wilson?

It was a legal right for people to decide their destiny in international order.

How did the Nazis manage France after they conquered it in 1940?

It was split in two; German and French territory.

What was the significance of the Battle of the Bulge (1945)?

It was the last major offensive on the Western Front.

The Holocaust claimed the greatest number of victims from what country?

Poland; had a death count of about 3 million.

How did the Nazis seek to legitimize their racial policies?

Propaganda and manipulation.

What was the immediate cause of British entry into WW1?

The British joined to support neutral nations. Belgium was under attack.

At the time of the Yalta Conference, Eastern Europe was under the control of what country?

The Soviet Union.

Why did the Germans accept the Treaty of Versailles? Did they have a choice?

They accepted to avoid punishment and a weaker nation.

What agreement did the United States develop to resolve the economic problems of Germany and international tensions in Europe in 1924?

They established "The Dawes Plan."

What did the Popular Front do after its 1936 victory in France?

They set up several reforms in France.

What was the purpose of the Enabling Act passing in Germany in 1933?

This act allowed Hitler to assume dictatorial powers and make laws with no approval.

What did the "war guilt clause" in the Treaty of Versailles declare?

This clause ended WW1 between the German Empire and the allies.

What was Germany's goal in the Battle of Britain?

To convince Britain to a peace settlement.

What was the Nazi Party policy of "coordination?"

To eliminate political oppositions and consolidate power under the Nazis.

Why did Italy (once part of the Triple Alliance) decide to join the Triple Alliance in 1915?

To protect their country from France.

What was the French premier (Prime Minister) Georges Clemenceau's focus at the Paris Peace Conference?

To punish Germany and make sure it was too weak to attack France.

Which event marked the final Allied victory in WW2?

Victory in Europe; Tuesday, May 8, 1945.

What ways was the Treaty of Versailles different that Wilson's Fourteen Points?

Wilson's was a more balanced alternative to peace.