Treaty of Versailles
What does Treaty mean?
A formal written agreement between countries.
Which year did the Weimar Republic start?
1919
What does hyperinflation mean?
When prices rise and the value of money falls
What does Putsch mean?
A violent attempt to overthrow a government
Which country was the Treaty of Versailles signed in?
France
What does democracy mean?
A way of ruling a country where people vote
Where did soldier go and invade in Germany to try and take back industry?
The Ruhr
What did Hitler do in the beer hall to gain attention?
Shot his gun in the air and gave a speech
Who had to take blame for WW1?
Germany
What does armistice mean?
An agreement to stop fighting
Which countries were the soldier from that went to seize industry from Germany?
France and Belgium
What happened to Hitler after the revolution had failed?
He was put on trial and then sent to prison
What does reparations mean?
Money paid for damages caused
What economic problem did the Weimar government help cause in 1923?
Hyperinflation
What happened to your money in the bank during hyperinflation?
It became worthless
Why was the trial an advantage for hitler?
He was able to speak in front of people and get them to agree with his opinions.
How many men was the German army limited to under the treaty?
100,000
Why might people like the Weimar government?
Equality, democracy, freedom of speech
What did the Weimar government request German workers do when soldiers came to seize industry?
Go on strike
How long did Hitler spend in prison?
9 months