Weimar Constitution Flashcards

1
Q

when did the reichstag vote in favour of the constitution?

A

31st july 1919

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2
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when did Eber sign in it?

A

11th august 1919

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3
Q

what was article 48?

A

the president was able to seize complete control in emergency situations

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4
Q

when was a new president elected?

A

every 7 years

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5
Q

what were the 2 houses in the German parliament?

A

Reichstag - main representative assembly and law making body of the parliament
Reichsrat - less important house, made up of representatives from the 17 state governments (länder)

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6
Q

What was included in the bill of rights?

A

right to free speech
A ban on censorship
religious freedom and conscience (no state churches)

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