booklet 1a: democracy and dictatorship

Democracy

A form of government where power is held by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.

Dictatorship

A form of government where all the power is concentrated in the hands of a single person or a small group, who exercise absolute control over the citizens' lives and freedoms.

what are some characteristics of a democracy

freedom of press

freedom of speech

freedom of movement

what are some characteristics of a dictatorship

censorship

propaganda

rule through fear

indoctrination

control of religion and education

secret police

who is otto von Bismarck

chief minister of Germany in the 1870’s to 1880’s

how did the kaiser get his power

hereditary rule

what is Weltpolitik

world policy: colonies in Africa and a place in the sun,said by the kaiser

what is the Bunderstrat

Representatives of the German states that were sent to consult with the kaiser, however the kaiser could choose to ignore them

what is the Reichstag

The German parliament, they also didn’t have any power as the kaiser did what he wanted

what is a right wing party

A political party that advocates for conservative values, limited government intervention, and traditional social norms. They prioritize individual freedom, personal responsibility, and a market-driven economy.

what is a left wing party

A political group that advocates for social equality, government intervention in the economy, and progressive policies. They typically prioritize the needs of the working class and marginalized communities.

what is urbanisation

people moving into towns or big citys

what are trade unions

an association of workers in a trade, group of trades, or profession, formed to protect and further their rights and interests.

what is socialism

An economic system where the means of production are owned and controlled by the state or community, with the goal of achieving greater equality and fairness in the distribution of wealth and resources.This gives workers more power.

what does it mean to be militaristic

to love all things military

what is industrialisation

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale. Germany experienced this before the war.

who was admiral von tirpitz

The man who was in charge of the navy for the kaiser, he passed several laws which expanded the navy with large battleships.

why would Germany building up his navy be worrying for Britain

because Britain is an island making them vulnerable to attacks from the sea.

abdication

to give up power