Problems of the Weimar Government, 1919-1923

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1. One of the problems faced by the Weimar Republic during this time were the Left-wing rebellions. Which group rebelled in January 1919? Nazis Army Spartacists Socialists

2. Right-wing terrorism was also a problem during this time. When did the Kapp-Putsch take place? 1920 1922 1919 1923

3. During this time period, some politicians were murdered by right-wing terrorists. When was the politician Rathenau murdered? 1919 1921 1920 1922

4. Reparations caused Germany great economical distress. Under which article of the Treaty of Versailles did Germany have to accept sole responsibility for starting World War I, thus making Germany liable to pay reparations? Atricle 244 Article 232 Article 231 Article 233

5. The Treaty of Versailles was hated by the German people. Why did they call it a 'Diktat'? Because they dictated it to the Allies. Because it was dictated to them, without real consultation. Because it was signed by Adolf Hitler who was a dictator. It was not called this by the German people.

6. The occupation of the Ruhr played an important part in the problems faced by the Weimar Republic. When did this take place? 1923 1921 1920 1919

7. Why did the problem of hyperinflation increase dramatically after the occupation of the Ruhr? Because Germany had to print more money to pay the French to leave the Ruhr. Because Germany had to pay the invading troops to work in the Ruhr. Because the troops that invaded the Ruhr stole all of Germany's wealth. Because German workers in the Ruhr went on strike and the government print ed extra money to pay them.

8. Why did the judges in Germany pose a threat to the Weimar Republic during this time? They were not a threat - they supported the government. They were left-wing They were right-wing They were Communists

9. During this time the Nazi Party began to gain support, which threatened the Weimar Republic. In which year did Hitler's Munich putsch take place? 1921 1919 1922 1923

10. Which German politician is credited with restoring Germany's economic stability in the 1920s? Stresemann Goebbels Hitler Goering