Life in Nazi Germany Practice Flashcards

Comprehensive practice flashcards covering vocabulary, key concepts, and historical events related to Life in Nazi Germany as described in the lecture notes.

What is the definition of 'Persecuted' based on the notes?

To persistently treat a person or group in a cruel, unfair or oppressive way, usually over a long period of time.

How is 'Propaganda' defined?

The deliberate, systematic dissemination of information, such as facts, rumors, half-truths or lies, designed to influence public opinion.

What is 'Indoctrination'?

Being taught to accept and follow ideas without question.

What is a 'Dictatorship'?

A form of government in which one person has total control and power over a country.

How is a 'Democracy' defined?

A political system in which the government is elected by the people.

What are the key features of 'Communism' according to the transcript?

A political and economic system where wealth is shared equally; individuals do not own land, factories, or machinery, as the government or community owns these instead.

Describe the 'Aryan race'.

The name given to an idealized German 'master race' of people who were typically white, blonde and blue eyed.

What is 'Anti-semitism'?

A hatred or prejudice against Jews.

What is 'Extreme nationalism'?

The belief that a person's country is superior to all other countries, and that territories should be taken as part of their empire.

What were the consequences for Germany under the 'Treaty of Versailles' (1919)?

Germany paid financial reparations, lost territory and much of its military, and gave up its colonies.

What was 'The Weimar republic'?

Germany's form of democratic government from 1919 to 1933.

Who were the 'SS (Black Shirts)'?

Adolf Hitlers elite bodyguards, who grew into one of the most powerful organisations in Nazi Germany.

What was the role of the 'SA (Brownshirts)'?

Hitlers paramilitary wing who intimidated and attacked Nazi opponents.

What is 'Fascism'?

A political movement where a dictator has complete control over the government and people's lives, free speech is suppressed, and the military plays a prominent role.

What were three main characteristics of the Nazi party?

They opposed democracy and communism, believed the Aryan race was superior, and were extreme nationalists.

What level did unemployment reach during the Great Depression in the early 1930s?

$6$ million.

How and when did Hitler officially come into power?

In January 1933, President Hindenburg appointed Hitler as chancellor.

What were the three areas women were expected to follow in Nazi Germany?

Kinder (children), kuche (kitchen), and kuche (church).

What was the purpose of the 'Hitler youth' for boys?

To focus on physical activity and indoctrination to prepare them to be soldiers.

What did girls learn in the 'League of German Maidens'?

They learned domestic skills and were prepared for future motherhood.

What was the purpose of the 'Strength through Joy' organization?

To provide leisure and holidays for workers.

What were the 'autobahns'?

Motorways built as part of Public Work Schemes to help reduce unemployment.

When was the Volkswagen (people's car) released?

$1937$.

What was the state of unemployment in Nazi Germany by 1939?

By $1939$, there was no more unemployment in Nazi Germany.