Poland Invasion: Vocabulary & Concepts

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Poland Invasion: Vocabulary & Concepts

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Key Vocabulary Terms

Source A: Excerpt from a History textbook

'The invasion of Poland in September 1939 marked the start of World War II. Germany's military strategy was called Blitzkrieg, meaning 'lightning war,' which involved fast-moving and coordinated attacks to quickly overwhelm Poland.'

Provenance: Modern history textbook, published 2010.

1.
Define the term 'Blitzkrieg' and explain its significance in the invasion of Poland. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain what is meant by the term 'invasion' in the context of Poland in 1939. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
B

Analyzing Perspectives

Source B: A Polish survivor's account

'The invasion came suddenly and without warning. Our towns were bombed, and soldiers arrived quickly. We felt helpless and terrified as our country was taken over.'

Provenance: Oral history interview with a Polish survivor, 1975.

1.
Compare the perspective of Source B with the textbook in Source A about the invasion of Poland. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline why it is important to consider different perspectives when studying the invasion of Poland. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Causes and Consequences

Source C: A political analyst's view

'Germany’s invasion of Poland was driven by territorial ambitions and the desire to expand its influence in Europe, violating previous agreements.'

Provenance: Political analysis article, 2005.

1.
Explain the main causes of Germany's invasion of Poland in 1939. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse the consequences of the invasion of Poland for Europe. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Reflection and Critical Thinking

Source D: A historian's interpretation

'The invasion of Poland was a clear example of aggressive Nazi expansionism, which ultimately led to a devastating war that changed the course of history.'

Provenance: Modern history textbook, 2018.

1.
Compare the historian's view in Source D with the causes outlined in Source C. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline the importance of understanding the invasion of Poland in the context of modern history. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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