Hitler's Rise to Power: The Munich Putsch

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GCSE / Year 10
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Hitler's Rise to Power: The Munich Putsch

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Grade GCSE / Year 10
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Introduction to the Munich Putsch

Source A: Hitler's speech after the Munich Putsch

'The Putsch was a turning point, showing the need for a different approach to gain power...' Provenance: Speech given by Hitler in 1924, reflecting on the failed coup.

1.
Explain the significance of the Munich Putsch for Hitler's political career. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the importance of Hitler's personal ambition and the economic instability of Germany in his rise to power. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Categorizing Factors Influencing Hitler's Rise

Source B: Political cartoon depicting the Weimar Republic and the Nazi Party

'The cartoon shows the Nazi Party gaining strength at the expense of the Weimar government.' Provenance: Published in a German newspaper in 1932.

1.
Categorize the following factors as Political, Social, Economic, or Religious: - The Treaty of Versailles - Propaganda and Hitler's speeches - Economic depression - Anti-Semitic beliefs (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline which factor you think was more important in helping Hitler rise to power: the impact of propaganda or the economic depression. Justify your choice with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Ranking Factors by Significance

Source C: Excerpt from a historian's analysis

'The economic turmoil of the early 1930s was the most critical factor, as it directly undermined faith in the Weimar Republic.' Provenance: Published in a history textbook in 2005.

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Which factor do you think was MORE significant in Hitler’s rise: the political instability of the Weimar Republic or the social unrest caused by economic hardship? Explain your reasoning. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Compare the roles of political instability and social unrest in Hitler's rise, providing evidence for their impact. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Summary and Reflection

Source D: Summary statement from a historian

'The combination of economic hardship, political chaos, and social unrest created the ideal conditions for Hitler’s rise.' Provenance: Modern historical analysis.

1.
Outline the main factors that contributed to Hitler’s rise to power and explain which you think was the most important. (8 marks)
[8 marks]
2.
Analyse how the combination of factors helped Hitler to rise to power. Use evidence to support your answer. (8 marks)
[8 marks]

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1/1/2026
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