Germany's Post-WWI Economic Struggles

What was the initial amount Germany was held liable for in reparations after World War I?

• 132 billion marks

• 50 billion marks

• 100 billion marks

• 75 billion marks

What was the primary objective of the German government under President Friedrich Ebert regarding reparations?

• To increase the reparations

• To reduce or eliminate the reparations

• To pay the reparations in full

• To negotiate a new treaty

Which countries occupied the Ruhr region in response to Germany's default on coal deliveries?

• Belgium and Italy

• United States and France

• Italy and Britain

• France and Belgium

What economic crisis did Germany face as a result of the occupation of the Ruhr?

• Deflation

• Hyperinflation

• Recession

• Stagflation

What plan was adopted to help stabilize the German economy and manage reparations?

• The Young Plan

• The Marshall Plan

• The Dawes Plan

• The Schuman Plan