things for sale, or the things that you own

the act of showing in a peaceful way that you oppose something, rather than using violence

where the price of everything in a national economy goes out of control and increases very quickly

1923, the Ruhr and hyperinflation

History

In this unit pupils undergo a period study that provides an unfolding narrative which tells a story about a period that shaped the world we live in today. They look at the key events, developments, people and stories that defined the chosen period.

Period Studies

French and Belgian troops occupied the Ruhr in January 1923 to collect __________ by seizing coal and goods.

The economic crisis in Germany in 1923, marked by rapidly rising prices and the devaluation of currency, is known as ...

A violent uprising against French and Belgian troops

Cooperation with foreign authorities to stabilise the economy

Nonviolent opposition, such as strikes and sabotage

Rebuilding Germany’s economy through rapid industrialisation

What does the term 'passive resistance' refer to in the context of the Ruhr occupation?

French and Belgian troops occupy the Ruhr

German workers begin passive resistance in the Ruhr

Hyperinflation devastates the German economy

Starting with the earliest, place the following events in the correct chronological order.

It allowed the Weimar Government to erase its debts using worthless marks.

It eliminated the need for reparation payments to the Allies.

It led to economic stability for the middle class and businessmen.

What controversial financial side effect of hyperinflation has sparked debate among historians?

While hyperinflation affected many groups in Germany, it was especially devastating for the __________ class.

The Spartacist Uprising of 1919 was led by Rosa Luxemburg and Karl Liebknecht, who were inspired by the 1917 __________ Revolution in Russia.

defending the Republic from left-wing revolutionaries

What was one role of the Freikorps in early Weimar Germany?

They had been disbanded due to the Treaty of Versailles

They sympathised with the Freikorps and their aims

They were overwhelmed by Freikorps forces

Why did the army refuse to intervene during the Kapp Putsch?

Hitler failed to overthrow the government

Match the following events with their outcomes:

What evidence suggests that the Weimar Republic remained vulnerable during its early years?

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