History - interwar Flashcards

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Art used to express the difficult life situations during the interwar period

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Dada - expressed disappointment with corrupt repressive political and social structures

Expressionism - emotional art works to express feelings of sadness and sorrow

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What methods did Hitler use to rise to power

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Hitler led the socialist German workers party - aka the Nazi Party - in 1920
Soon became dictator of Germany in 1933

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What methods did Stalin use to rise to power?

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Stalin gained power by eliminating anyone who did not follow him, or opposed his ideas. By doing so, he struck fear in the people socially and politically below him. Stalin also created a five year plan to improve the economic system of Germany and reduce famine

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What role did Jazz and Swing music play in the lives of people during the interwar period?

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jazz and Swing music helped improve people’s lives in the interwar period, because they were able to forget their fears and problems. It didn’t matter what color you were, it was a booster for everyone.

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