Battle For Grain

Question 1

Name a reason for the battle for grain

Answer 1

Boost cereal production; reduce the balance of the trade deficit; show Italy as a major European power; lower breath imports.

Question 2

Why could it be regarded as a success?

Answer 2

Wheat production increased sharply

Question 3

What region particularly benefitted?

Answer 3

The Po valley and areas in the north as they could best use the new farming machinery.

Question 4

Why could it be regarded as a failure?

Answer 4

Exports such as wine and olives suffered; farmers struggled to afford to feed animal stock; ruined land.

Question 5

What reason does Mussolini give for this battle?

Answer 5

To “Liberate Italy from the slavery of foreign bread”

Question 6

When was the battle for grain announced

Answer 6

July, 1925

Question 7

Why did Italy need to become more self sufficient?

Answer 7

Italy was dependant on other countries for grain, this wouldn’t be ideal in times of war

Question 8

What could be suggested as the true reason for the battle for grain?

Answer 8

To make Mussolini look like a strong leader.