Causes and Consequences of World War II

Causes and Consequences of World War II

Grade 11th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min· Pearson Myperspectives

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can analyze the major causes and consequences of World War II.

Warm-Up Video

Heimler's History · 8:40

Causes of WORLD WAR II [AP World History] Unit 7 Topic 6 (7.6)

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The Treaty of Versailles demanded that Germany pay billions of dollars in reparations, which ruined the German economy.

  • 2

    The Nazi party, led by Adolf Hitler, gained power in Germany by advocating for the nullification of the Treaty of Versailles, the purification of the German population, and a stronger central authority.

  • 3

    Hitler's desire for lebensraum, or living space, led to Germany's aggressive militarism and the invasion of countries like Czechoslovakia and Poland, ultimately triggering World War II.

Practice Questions

8 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Identify and explain two major causes of World War II, according to the video.

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