Lesson 27: Nazi persecution of the Jews

• What years did the Nazi persecution of the Jews in Germany occur?

  1933-1939
• What economic issues contributed to the persecution of Jews in Germany?

  Economic problems created jealousy against Jews
• Who's scientific views influenced anti-Semitic beliefs?

  Charles Darwin
• What was the effect of nationalist politicians on anti-Semitism?

  They made anti-Semitism more acceptable
• How did Nazi propaganda affect public perception of Jews?

  It influenced many who weren't previously anti-Semitic
• What risks did some Germans take to help Jews?

  They risked their lives due to harsh punishments
• Why did some Germans turn a blind eye to the treatment of Jews?

  Their personal struggles were more important
• What did some Germans do in response to Nazi beliefs?

  They openly supported Nazi actions against Jews
• What was the public's awareness of extreme actions against Jews?

  Many were unaware due to secrecy by Nazis
• What event is referred to as Kristallnacht?

  Violence against Jews on November 9-10, 1938
• What were the Nuremberg Laws?

  They defined citizenship and restricted Jews
• What was Goebbels' role during Kristallnacht?

  He aimed to widen chaos and blame Jews
• What was the official number of synagogues destroyed during Kristallnacht?

  191 synagogues
• What were the consequences for Jews after Kristallnacht?

  They were fined and sent to concentration camps
• How many Jews were rounded up after Kristallnacht?

  20,000 Jews
• What was the purpose of the Reich Office for Jewish Emigration?

  To evict Jews from their homes
• What symbol were Jews forced to wear in occupied countries?

  The yellow Star of David
• What was the fate of Jews in occupied countries?

  They were persecuted and forced to wear symbols