1. Who challenged the Weimar Government Part One: Political threats
Learning Objective: To describe and analyse the impact of political violence on the Weimar Republic
Hook
What is this flag?
What does it represent?

2. Read the following definition
Below is a definition of Left wing politics: Left-wing politics are political positions or activities that accept or support social equality, often in opposition to social hierarchy and social inequality. It is typically justified on the basis of concern for those in society who are perceived as disadvantaged relative to others and an assumption that there are unjustified inequalities that need to be reduced or abolished.
If you’re ‘left’, what do you believe in? Write three key points

3. Read the following definition
Below is a definition of Right Wing politics: Right-wing politics are political positions or activities that view some forms of social hierarchy or social inequality as either inevitable, natural, normal, or desirable,[typically justifying this position on the basis of natural law or tradition
If you’re ‘right’, what do you believe in? Write three key points

4. Left Wing

5. Right Wing

6. Statements, left or right
The press should be free to criticise the government. Rich people should be forced to share their wealth with those less fortunate. Factories and other property should be owned by individuals and companies The press should never criticise a government. Voters should be able to choose anyone of any party. People should be free to earn as much (or as little) money as they are able. A Free economy Factories and other property should be owned by the state on behalf of all the people. A controlled economy Voters should only be allowed to choose between communist candidates.

7. Who challenged the Weimar Government
Pathway A C
Pathway B B-A*
Read pages State three reasons why either left or right wing political groups challenged the Weimar Government
Read pages 15-16
Explain why both left and right wing political groups challenged the Weimar Government
Stretch and Challenge: Assess the strengths and weaknesses of both left and right wing political positions