Haile Selassie addresses the League of Nations in 1936

The transcript discusses a direct appeal to the League of Nations, a halfhearted economic boycott on Italy, Mussolini's successful aggression in Ethiopia, and how these events set the pattern for future Axis campaigns in Europe.

What was the state of the League of Nations when it received another appeal?

• It was thriving and influential.

• It was on the verge of collapse.

• It was expanding its membership.

• It was forming new alliances.

What was the nature of the economic boycott imposed on Italy?

• It was aggressive and led to war.

• It was symbolic and lacked full support.

• It was ignored by all nations.

• It was comprehensive and effective.

How did the League of Nations respond to the situation in Ethiopia?

• By making a halfhearted economic boycott.

• By imposing a strong economic boycott.

• By sending military forces.

• By ignoring the situation completely.

What was the outcome of Mussolini's actions in Ethiopia?

• He set a pattern for future Axis campaigns.

• He was sanctioned by the League of Nations.

• He established a peaceful regime.

• He was defeated and retreated.

What was the broader impact of Mussolini's aggression in Ethiopia?

• It set a precedent for Axis campaigns in Europe.

• It led to the formation of new alliances.

• It strengthened the League of Nations.

• It resulted in a peace treaty.