Ch 3 review

Ch 3 review

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Flashcard

History

11th Grade

Hard

Created by

Andrew Jacques

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the main purpose of Hitler's establishment of a four-year plan in 1936?

Back

To outline how Germany would prepare for war until 1940, implying readiness for conflict

Answer explanation

The main purpose of Hitler's four-year plan was to prepare Germany for war by outlining military and economic strategies until 1940, indicating a clear intent for conflict rather than just economic recovery.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why did the remilitarisation of the Rhineland in 1936 not lead to immediate conflict?

Back

The allies did not interfere due to their own economic struggles

Answer explanation

The remilitarisation of the Rhineland in 1936 did not lead to immediate conflict primarily because the allies were preoccupied with their own economic struggles, making them reluctant to confront Germany at that time.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the most likely reason for Hitler's initiation of the Anschluss with Austria in 1938?

Back

To gain allies in anticipation of a major world war

Answer explanation

Hitler initiated the Anschluss to gain allies and strengthen Germany's position in anticipation of a major world war, as uniting with Austria expanded his influence and military resources.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

According to the text, which of the following does NOT support the claim that Hitler intended to cause a major world war?

  • The remilitarisation of the Rhineland
  • The four-year plan
  • The Anschluss with Austria
  • Hitler's aspiration to make Germany a powerful nation without necessarily starting a major war

Back

Hitler's aspiration to make Germany a powerful nation without necessarily starting a major war

Answer explanation

Hitler's aspiration to make Germany a powerful nation without necessarily starting a major war contradicts the claim that he intended to cause a major world war, as it suggests a desire for power without conflict.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which countries did Italy seek alliances with to support its ambitions or that had similar ambitions to Italy's?

Back

Germany and Japan

Answer explanation

Italy sought alliances with Germany and Japan as they shared similar ambitions during World War II, aiming for territorial expansion and influence, unlike the other options which did not align with Italy's goals.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

According to the example outline, what is considered the most important aim for Mussolini's foreign policy from a historical perspective?

Back

Expanding Italy's territorial claims for natural resources and empire influence

Answer explanation

Mussolini's foreign policy primarily aimed at expanding Italy's territorial claims to enhance its empire and secure natural resources, reflecting a historical focus on imperialism rather than merely spreading ideology or forming alliances.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What caused the Munich Crisis?

Back

The demands by Germany to annex the Sudetenland

Answer explanation

The Munich Crisis was primarily caused by Germany's demands to annex the Sudetenland, a region of Czechoslovakia. This aggressive expansionist policy led to heightened tensions in Europe, ultimately contributing to the outbreak of World War II.

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