The Reichstag Fire and Its Consequences

What was one of the main reasons for Adolf Hitler's appointment as Chancellor of Germany in 1933?

• To address Germany's economic woes

• To form a coalition with far-left parties

• To build a right-wing coalition against far-left opponents

• To promote freedom of the press

What event led to the arrest of Marinus van der Lubbe?

• The invasion of Poland

• The burning of the Reichstag building

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The Munich Putsch

What was the purpose of the Reichstag Fire Decree?

• To support the Communist Party

• To promote freedom of speech

• To encourage political marches

• To outlaw the right of assembly and freedom of the press

What significant act was passed on March 23, 1933, that expanded Hitler's powers?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Enabling Act

• The Nuremberg Laws

• The Munich Agreement

What happened after President Hindenburg's death in 1934?

• Germany became a republic

• Hitler was sanctioned as both president and chancellor

• The Nazi Party was dissolved

• The Weimar Republic was restored