Hitler Rise of Evil Follow Up Responses All Students Must Complete 20 Points worth of Questions on a Google Doc 5pt responses require a minimum of 5+ sentences 10pt responses should be 9+ sentences

Question 1 (5pts) Describe Hitler's speeches. What techniques does he use to get the crowd excited?

Question 2 (5pts) Discuss the runaway inflation in Germany during the 1920s and how the film portrays this economic hardship.

Question 3 (10 pts) To what extent did Hitler fit the definition of an opportunist? Opportunist: an individual who adapts his/her actions to the circumstances of the moment.

Question 4 (10pts) Why does Hitler become so widely popular and admired? What is it about Hitler that the German people liked???

Question 5 (5pts) How does Hitler describe Jewish people? What does he recommend as a solution?

Question 6 (5pts) In what ways did the Treaty of Versailles contribute to the rise of radical political parties in Germany during the 1920s? How does the video portray these political parties?

Question 7 (10pts) German journalist Fritz Gerlich represents the voice of reason. Why would someone such as Gerlich take on that level of responsibility during uncertain and dangerous times?

Question 8 (10pts) In the film Fritz Gerlich says “People don’t want to hear about things they might have to do something about” Explain why you think he is right or wrong using examples from your current life experiences.

Question 9 (5pts) How did Hitler achieve the position of chancellor?

Question 10 (5pts) How is Hitler first able to gain popularity and a political following? (What seems to draw people to him?)

Question 11 (10pts) “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” How does this quotation relate to Hitler and the events of the film.