Question 1
1 markGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Which of the following best describes the constitutional role of the Länder in the Second Reich established in 1871?
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Germany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited: Practice Questions
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Question 2
1 markGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Which factor most significantly contributed to the 'Economic Miracle' (Wirtschaftswunder) in West Germany during the 1950s?
Question 3
1 markGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Analyze the significance of the 1959 Bad Godesberg Program for the Social Democratic Party (SPD) in West Germany. What was its primary outcome?
Question 4
1 markGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
What was a primary objective of Bismarck's Kulturkampf during the 1870s?
Question 5
1 markGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
How did the 'Revolution from Above' in October 1918 alter the governance of the German Empire?
Question 6
2 marksGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Identify two groups in the Second Reich whose social or political influence declined between 1871 and 1914.
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Question 7
3 marksGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Explain how the 'revolution from above' in 1918 sought to change the constitutional structure of the German Empire.
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Question 8
6 marksGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Analyze the significance of Helmut Kohl's Ten Point Plan in overcoming international and domestic obstacles to German reunification in 1989-90.
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Question 9
3 marksGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
Assess the extent to which the political parties in the Reichstag, 1871–79, were able to influence the governance of the Second Reich. In your answer, you should consider:
(a) The relationship between Bismarck and the National Liberals.
(b) The impact of the Kulturkampf on the Catholic Centre Party (Zentrum).
(c) The constraints imposed on the Reichstag by the 1871 Constitution and the role of the Länder.
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Question 10
5 marksGermany, 1871–1990: united, divided and reunited
'The transition to a democratic Germany in 1918–19 was primarily a response to military failure rather than a genuine desire for political reform.'
How far do you agree with this statement? Your answer should address the following areas:
(i) The impact of the 'revolution from above' under Prince Max of Baden and the role of Hindenburg and Ludendorff.
(ii) The significance of the November 1918 revolution, the abdication of the Kaiser, and the Council of People's Representatives.
(iii) The challenges posed by political extremism, specifically the Spartacist Uprising led by Rosa Luxemburg and Karl Liebknecht.
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