Lesson 13: Wall Street crash, depression and Nazi support

• What was the time period discussed in Lesson 13?

  1929-1932
• What was the impact of the Stresemann Plan and Young Plan on Germany?

  They contributed to Germany's economic issues
• How did loan repayments affect the German economy?

  Germany could not repay loans, worsening the economy
• Why did trade with other countries decline for Germany?

  Other countries were suffering from the depression
• What was the relationship between unemployment and consumer spending in Germany?

  Unemployment led to decreased consumer spending
• What was Heinrich Bruning's response to the economic crisis?

  He increased taxes and used emergency decrees
• How did the chaos in the Weimar Government affect Germany's image?

  It made Germany look weak and indecisive
• What percentage of unemployed Germans were from the working class?

  17%
• Which group was hit hardest by unemployment during this period?

  The young, especially university graduates
• What percentage of Germans aged 16 lost their jobs?

  50%
• How did women fare during the economic crisis?

  They struggled to support families with less money
• What fears did farmers have during the economic downturn?

  They feared losing land to communists
• What did the Nazi Party promise to the poor and unemployed?

  They promised protection and increased pay
• How did Hitler's speeches impact the youth?

  They inspired passion and hope for the future
• What did the Nazis promise women regarding their families?

  A vote for Nazis was a vote for family
• What percentage of farmer votes did the Nazis gain in some rural areas?

  60%
• What were the main groups affected by the economic crisis in Germany?

  • Unemployed individuals
  • Working class
  • Middle class
  • Business owners and the rich
  • Young people
  • Women
  • Farmers
• What were the key factors that led to the rise of the Nazi Party during the economic crisis?

  • Economic instability and unemployment
  • Weakness of the Weimar Government
  • Promises of protection and increased pay
  • Hitler's inspiring speeches
  • Appeal to various social groups