Nazi Control: The Night of Long Knives
History
GCSE
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focused on understanding the significance of the Night of Long Knives in Nazi control, including key vocabulary and concepts.
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#History
#History
#Nazi Control
#Standard
#Vocabulary & Concepts
#Night of Long Knives
#Define key terms related to the Night of Long Knives
#Explain the reasons behind Hitler's decision to carry out the purge
#Compare different perspectives on the event
#Analyse the impact of the Night of Long Knives on Nazi control
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Nazi Control: The Night of Long Knives
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts
Source A: Excerpt from a Nazi official's report, 1934
'The Night of Long Knives was a decisive action to eliminate the SA's leadership and secure Hitler's power. It was necessary to prevent a potential uprising and to appease the German Army.' Provenance: Official report written by a Nazi government official, 1934.
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Define the term 'Night of Long Knives'. (2 marks)
[2 marks]2.
Explain why Hitler ordered the Night of Long Knives. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Compare the perspectives of the Nazi official's report and a critic's view on the Night of Long Knives. (6 marks)
[6 marks]4.
Outline the impact of the Night of Long Knives on Nazi control over Germany. (4 marks)
[4 marks]5.
Analyse how the event contributed to the establishment of a totalitarian regime. (6 marks)
[6 marks]6.
Write a brief summary of the significance of the Night of Long Knives in Nazi Germany. (3 marks)
[3 marks]7.
Compare the role of the German Army and the SA before and after the Night of Long Knives. (6 marks)
[6 marks]8.
Outline the main reasons Hitler gave for the Night of Long Knives. (4 marks)
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