German Expansionism
Which treaty did Hitler repeatedly break by rebuilding Germany's military?
Treaty of Versailles
What was appeasement?
Giving in to Hitler's demands to avoid war
After Japan entered WWII, which Australian territory was threatened first?
Papua New Guinea
What does "enlist" mean?
Join the armed forces
What is a primary source?
Evidence created at the time of an event
What was the first country Germany annexed in 1938?
Austria (Anschluss)
Which British Prime Minister is most associated with appeasement?
Neville Chamberlain
Which campaign is considered one of Australia's greatest military achievements?
Kokoda
Give one reason Australians volunteered to fight in WWII.
Patriotism, family tradition, adventure, duty, employment
What is a secondary source?
Evidence created after an event using primary sources
What region of Czechoslovakia did Hitler demand before WWII?
Sudetenland
Which agreement allowed Germany to take the Sudetenland?
Munich Agreement
Who was Australia's main ally during WWII?
Britain (early) and the United States (after Japan entered the war)
What role did propaganda play during WWII?
Encouraged enlistment/support for the war
When analysing a source, what is meant by its "message"?
The main idea or point the creator is trying to communicate
What event on 1 September 1939 officially began World War II in Europe?
Germany invaded Poland
Give one reason Britain and France chose appeasement.
Avoid another war / military unprepared / Great Depression / Treaty of Versailles seen as too harsh
Why was the Kokoda Track strategically important?
Why was the Kokoda Track strategically important?
Name one way Australian civilians supported the war effort.
Rationing, factory work, fundraising, women's services, growing food
Why is it important to consider the author's perspective?
It may influence what is included or omitted
Name two countries Germany invaded before attacking Poland.
Any two: Austria, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Norway
Why do many historians believe appeasement contributed to WWII?
It encouraged Hitler to become more aggressive
Name one challenge Australian soldiers faced on the Kokoda Track.
Jungle terrain, disease, mud, lack of supplies, heat, Japanese attacks
What is conscription?
Compulsory military service
Give two things you should include when using your own knowledge in a source analysis response.
Relevant historical facts and specific evidence/examples beyond the source