The League of Nations: Aspirations and Challenges in International Diplomacy

The video discusses the formation of the League of Nations in 1920, highlighting its initial challenges, such as the absence of major powers like the US, Russia, and Germany. It explores the League's efforts to gain public support and promote disarmament, despite setbacks like the postponed World Disarmament Conference. The concept of self-determination is introduced, with plebiscites allowing minorities to choose their national affiliation, leading to new refugee crises and exacerbating German grievances due to territorial losses and economic hardships.

What was the primary goal of the League of Nations when it was established in 1920?

• To expand colonial empires

• To protect the freedom of new nations

• To isolate weak countries

• To promote secret diplomacy

Which major countries were not members of the League of Nations initially?

• France and Italy

• USA, Russia, and Germany

• Japan and China

• Spain and Portugal

What was Jennifer Hart's role in promoting the League of Nations in Britain?

• To organize military alliances

• To build public support for the League

• To criticize government policies

• To negotiate trade agreements

What was seen as the first priority for the League of Nations?

• Economic development

• Disarmament

• Cultural exchange

• Colonial expansion

Which countries agreed to limit their navies as part of disarmament efforts?

• Germany, Italy, and Spain

• Britain, USA, and Japan

• France, Russia, and China

• India, Australia, and Canada

What was the purpose of plebiscites promoted by the League of Nations?

• To increase military presence

• To allow minorities to choose their national affiliations

• To establish new trade routes

• To create new colonial territories

What was a consequence of the plebiscites held in regions that were part of Germany?

• New waves of refugees

• Complete disarmament

• Increased economic prosperity

• Formation of new alliances

What was one of the grievances faced by Germany after World War I?

• Economic boom

• Increase in military power

• Reduction of its territory

• Expansion of its territory

What economic challenge did Germany face post-World War I?

• Trade surplus

• Hyperinflation

• Deflation

• Currency stability

Until what year was Germany expected to pay war reparations?

• 1960

• 1945

• 2000

• 1988