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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What was the name of the American representative that arrived in Germany in early 1940?
2. What right did the broadcaster have regarding censorship?
3. Who was elected President of the United States on November 6, 1940?
4. Why did Shirer think his usefulness as a journalist in Berlin was over?
5. What did Shirer say Hitler would not be able to do even if he won the war?
Short Essay Questions
1. Which of Hitler's plans were revealed on July 25?
2. What did the German press report on July 15 according to Part II, pgs. 451-492?
3. What happened to the dismay of the Germans on November 6?
4. What countries did Germany invade on May 10 and how did Germans justify the invasion?
5. What happened between March 13 and March 17?
6. What did the German troops do on May 1?
7. What did newspaper headlines in Germany on May 9 announce and what did Shirer believe according to Part II, pgs. 331-369?
8. Why did Hitler refuse to allow the publication of casualty lists according to Shirer?
9. What did Shirer believe about Nazi propaganda according to Part II, pgs. 492-552?
10. What did the Germans announce that they did not accept responsibility for?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The Nazis continued to advance, with many countries putting up a short fight, surrendering or even signing pacts with Germany. Students should examine the advancement of the Nazis, analyzing the strategy of Hitler and comparing conquered territories with his inability to wipe out the Royal Air Force. Use the text and secondary sources to support your discussion.
Essay Topic 2
Several pacts were made between Germany and other countries. Students should analyze why Germany used pacts to secure new territories and why countries believed they would be safe if they claimed their support of Germany. Use the text and secondary sources to support your discussion.
Essay Topic 3
The Hindenburg disaster occurred in May 1937. Students should discuss Shirer's coverage of the Hindenburg disaster, the impact of censorship on his report, and what theories developed after the destruction of the passenger airship. Use the text and secondary sources to support your discussion.
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