Causes of World War II Flashcard

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Who became Chancellor of Germany in January 1933?

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Adolf Hitler

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What was the policy of giving in to satisfy the demands of a potential enemy known as?

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Appeasement

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Which country returned to isolationism after World War I?

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United States

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What led to the rise of dictatorial regimes in the 1930s? Options: Political stability, Foreign economic commitments, International alliances, Economic instability

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Economic instability

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Which country did fascist leader Benito Mussolini aim to return to the glory of the Roman Empire?

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Italy

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What was the main cause for the outbreak of World War II in Europe?

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Nazi aggression

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Which country pursued a forceful policy of territorial expansion in Asia?

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Japan

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What was the goal of President Roosevelt in imposing an oil embargo on Japan?

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To hinder Japanese aggression in China and Southwest Asia