Germany Under the Kaiser Flashcards
What was Germany’s largest state?
Prussia
What was the Kaiser’s chief minister?
The chancellor
Religion in North Germany Was primarily?
Protestent
Religion in South Germany Was primarily?
Catholic
Was the German welfare system in the 1890’s successful?
It was one of the best in Europe
What percentage of Germany’s population in the 1890’s was under 15?
One third
Kaiser Wilhelm II was born in
1859
What was Kaiser Wilhelm II relationship with his parents like?
Cold and Unloving
Why did Kaiser Wilhelm II surround his palace after his fathers death?
He suspected his mother would try to smuggle out his fathers will
What defect was Kaiser Wilhelm II born with?
A withered left arm
How long was Kaiser Wilhelm II’s father in power?
Three months
When did Kaiser Wilhelm II’s grandfather die?
1888
How old was Kaiser Wilhelm II when he became Kaiser
29
Was Kaiser Wilhelm II Informed and intelligent but had a lack of concentration?
Yes
Did Kaiser Wilhelm II insist on making all decisions?
Yes
