Weimer living standards

Question 1

Housebuilding

Answer 1

From 1925 to 1929, around 100,000 new homes were built for workers.
But the Republic still struggled with a shortage of houses.

Question 2

Unemployment insurance

Answer 2

In 1927, an insurance system was set up to help workers if they were unemployed or ill.

Question 3

Increasing wages

Answer 3

Worker’s wages increased and their working hours shortened.
But wealthier Germans did not like that the State was giving workers support.