the growth in support of the nazis

• what did Hitler commit to after being released from jail


  He made the policies more democrat and started taking part in elections and made it so they became a recognised party
• after being released from prison how did Hitler try and pursue power


  Through elections rather than revoloutions
• how did Hitler's oracy skills help him gain power


  he was a convincing and powerful speaker
• how did Hitler appeal to women to win there support 


  He promised better benefits for them
• What did the Nazis reorganize to benefit from during this period?

  The weaknesses and economic problems of the Weimar Republic
• How did Hitler's appeal as a leader benefit the Nazis?

  It attracted more support for the party
• When did the Wall Street Crash occur?

  October 1929
• What was the immediate financial impact of the Wall Street Crash on US companies?

  They lost billions of dollars in value overnight
• What was a consequence of the Wall Street Crash for Germany?

  The US stopped lending money to Germany and demanded loan repayments
• What happened during the bank panic in Germany in 1931?

  German businesses had to pay back loans and received no more investment from the US
• What actions did the German government take regarding food distribution in 1931?

  They couldn't borrow money from the US and refused to print more money
• What were the effects of increased taxes and cuts in unemployment benefits in Germany in 1931?

  Government workers had wages cut, and some lost their jobs
• How did businesses respond to the economic situation in Germany in 1931?

  They reduced staff or closed, leading to millions losing jobs
• Who was particularly affected by job losses during this period?

  Young people were badly affected by job losses
• What was the impact of extreme poverty on families in Germany during this time?

  Families suffered extreme poverty due to job losses and slashed benefits
• What were the key aspects of Hitler's appeal as a leader?

  1. He was a strong leader.
  2. His image was widely used in publicity.
  3. He traveled giving speeches and using the radio.
  4. The party adopted modern technology, like aeroplanes.
• What propaganda techniques did Hitler use to persuade different groups?

  • Business people: He could solve the economic crisis.
  • Working-class: He could provide work and food.
  • Middle-class: He could protect from communists and restore traditional values.
  • Rural communities: He could protect land from communists.
  • Young people: He offered exciting opportunities.
  • Women: He claimed the Nazis would save the nation and families.
• How did the SA (stormtroopers) contribute to Nazi support?

  Their intimidation tactics helped increase support for the Nazis
• What were the economic problems that benefited Hitler during the depression?

  • High unemployment
  • Dissatisfaction with the weak Weimar government
  • Increased membership of extreme left and right-wing parties
• Which party grew faster during the depression, the Nazi Party or the Communist Party?

  The Nazi Party grew faster than the Communist Party
• Who primarily supported the Communist Party during this period?

  Working classes living in cities who wanted job protection
• What was the Nazis' electoral success before the economic problems after 1929?

  The Nazis had very little success in elections until the economic problems after 1929.