The Enabling Act and Its Impact

The video discusses the Enabling Act passed in Germany on March 3, 1933, which allowed Hitler to establish a dictatorship by sidelining the parliament. It banned all political parties and trade unions except the Nazi Party and its affiliates, giving the state control over the economy, media, army, and judiciary.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• The Nuremberg Laws

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Enabling Act

• The Weimar Republic

On which date was the Enabling Act passed in Germany?

• 10th June 1933

• 1st January 1933

• 3rd March 1933

• 5th May 1933

Which act allowed Hitler to establish a dictatorship in Germany?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Nuremberg Laws

• The Weimar Constitution

• The Enabling Act

What was the effect of the Enabling Act on political parties in Germany?

• All parties were banned except the Communist Party

• Only the Nazi Party and its affiliates were allowed

• All parties were allowed to operate freely

• The Social Democratic Party was given more power

Who were considered affiliates of the Nazi Party?

• Members of the Communist Party

• Supporters of the Nazi Party

• Those who opposed the Nazi Party

• Foreign diplomats

What sectors did the Enabling Act give Hitler control over?

• Only the military

• Only the judiciary

• Economy, media, army, and judiciary

• Only the economy

What was the significance of the Enabling Act in terms of governance?

• It promoted free speech

• It strengthened the Weimar Republic

• It sidelined the parliament

• It allowed for democratic elections

How did the Enabling Act affect trade unions?

• Trade unions were banned

• Trade unions were unaffected

• Trade unions were merged with the Nazi Party

• Trade unions were given more power

What was the overall impact of the Enabling Act on Germany?

• It led to economic prosperity

• It established complete control over various sectors

• It promoted international peace

• It weakened the Nazi Party