
Causes of World War II
Grade 9 · Social Studies · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can analyze the political and economic factors that led to World War Two.
Warm-Up Video
Captivating History · 9:21
Why Did World War 2 Actually Start?
Practice Questions
7 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe how the Treaty of Versailles contributed to the political instability in Germany that ultimately led to World War Two. Explain how the economic hardships caused by the Great Depression created an environment in Germany that allowed the Nazi party to gain power. Analyze how the policy of appeasement, adopted by Britain and France, contributed to the escalation of German aggression and the outbreak of World War Two.”
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