WWII: Storm Clouds Gather...

Which countries increasingly disagreed over trade issues before World War II?

• Italy and Germany

• Japan and the United States

• France and Britain

• Russia and China

What was the outcome of the peace settlements after World War I for most countries?

• They were satisfied with the results

• They gained all they wanted from victory

• They did not get all they wanted and lost too much in defeat

• They achieved complete economic recovery

Which countries rose as strong imperialist nations in the 1930s?

• France, Britain, and Russia

• Italy, Japan, and Germany

• Spain, Portugal, and Greece

• China, India, and Brazil

What was the role of the Black Shirts in Mussolini's Italy?

• They were peacekeepers

• They were military groups ensuring Mussolini's ideas were enforced

• They were economic advisors

• They were educational reformers

What did Mussolini build to maintain popular support?

• Museums and theaters

• Efficient railroads and major highways

• Libraries and schools

• Parks and recreational centers

What system of government did Fascists implement in Italy?

• Democracy

• Totalitarianism

• Monarchy

• Federalism

What did postwar Italy suffer from after World War I?

• Economic and political stability

• Economic and political problems

• Economic growth and political peace

• Economic decline and political harmony

What did Mussolini's followers call him?

• The Emperor

• Il Duce

• The Chancellor

• The President

What year did Mussolini begin building his foreign empire?

• 1930

• 1935

• 1940

• 1925

What did the League of Nations do in response to Italy's actions in Ethiopia?

• Provided military assistance

• Condemned Italy and banned material sales

• Invaded Italy

• Supported Italy's actions