Causes and Consequences of World War II
Grade 11th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min
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 gained power in Germany because the Weimar Republic was seen as weak and the Nazis promised to nullify the Treaty of Versailles, purify the German population, and create a stronger central authority.
- 3
Hitler's desire for lebensraum, or living space, led to Germany's aggressive militarism and invasion of countries like Czechoslovakia and Poland.
Practice Questions
8 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe three major impacts the Treaty of Versailles had on Germany following World War I, and explain how these impacts contributed to the rise of the Nazi party.”
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